PROGRAM

Programming Approach

         

The programming approach technique was knowledge-based.  The study was done on a brief approach.  It shall attempt to uncover human spatial requirements such as behavioral and environmental concerns. 

GOALS

Project Goals and Objectives

          The project aims to uncover new ideas in space planning in consideration with the standards.  It has to discover something new and explore viable design tools for a more functional center for governance.  The research also aspires to reach out to detail and accuracy, in consonance with the city’s identity, culture and character.  

MATRIX RELATE

Relationship Matrices and Diagrams

+ Positive Relationship

-  Negative Relationship

= Relationship Arbitrary

Site

Landscape

Path walk

Park/Playground

Driveway

City Hall Complex

Fire Station

Police Station

Ambulance Station

Sports Building

Pavilion/Kiosks

Water Tank

Waste Treatment Facility

Parking

Special Space Allowances

Reception Room

Waiting Room

Interview Room

Exam Room

Conference Room

Exhibit Room

Medical Room

Lunch Room

Employee Lounge

Rest Room

Mail Room

Press Room

Office Space Allowances

Front Desk

Secretariat

Closet

Pantry Unit

Computer Desk

File Storage

Lounge

Clerical

Library Shelving

Private Toilet

Drafting

Drinking Fountain

Telephone Switchboard

Departments

Mayor’s Office

Vice Mayor’s Office

Budget Office

Engineer’s Office

Health Office

Planning and Development Office

Accountant’s Office

Treasurer’s Office

Assessor’s Office

General Services Office

Human Resources Office

Legal Office

Investment Promotion Office

Councilors’ Office

Social Welfare Office

Registrar’s Office

Economic Enterprise Office

Library

Canteen

COMPONENTS TO DECK THE HALLS

Research Literature

City or Town Hall

Basic Components and Functions:

Office of the City Mayor

- exercises the general supervision and control over all programs, projects, services, and activities of the city, and in this connection, shall determine the guidelines of the city policies and to be responsible to the Sangguniang Bayan for the program of government.

Office of the City Vice Mayor

- shall be the presiding officer of the Sangguniang Bayan and sign all warrants drawn on the City Treasury for all expenditures appropriated for the operation of the Sangguniang Bayan. 

Office of the City Councilors (Sangguniang Bayan/Panglungsod Members)

- shall enact ordinances; approve resolutions and appropriate funds for the general welfare of the city and its inhabitants.

Office of the City Treasurer

- shall take charge of the treasury office and advise government officials concerned regarding the disposition of local government funds, and on other matters relative to public finance.

Office of the City Assessor

- shall ensure that all laws and policies governing the appraisal and assessment of real properties of taxation are properly executed.

Office of the City Accountant

- shall take charge of both the accounting and internal audit service of the local government unit and shall apprise the officials concerned.

Office of the City Planning and Development

- shall take charge of the engineering office and shall formulate integrated economic, social, physical, and other development plans and policies for consideration of the local government and public works in general.

Office of the City Engineer

- shall initiate, review and recommend changes in policies and objectives, plans, program, techniques, procedures, and practices in infrastructure development and public works of the locality.

Office of the City Civil Registrar

- shall take charge of the civil registry, develop plans and strategies on civil registry programs and implement them upon approval thereof by the mayor.

Office of the City Legal

- shall formulate measures for the Sanggunian and provide legal assistance and support to the mayor and the general public.

Office of the Social Welfare and Development

- shall develop plans and strategies on social welfare programs and implement them upon approval thereof by the mayor.

Office of the City Health

- shall take charge of health services, supervise the personnel and its staff, and formulate program implementation guidelines, rules and regulations for its operation.

Office of the City Budget

- shall prepare forms, orders, and circulars embodying instructions on budgetary and appropriation matters for the approval of the mayor.  The office shall review and consider the budget proposals of different offices and operations concerned.

LITRE SEARCH VIEWS

Review of Research Literature

         

Function

            This is the problem of the design that begins with the study of plan elements to develop exterior and interior details.  Horizontal disposition secures relationships between different areas.  There should exist the economy and directness of circulation.  The structure could then be translated into foundations for vertical development.

Space

Spaces may have an emphasis or focal area.  Space is important so that activities and conditions are used in a worthwhile fashion.  It may be arranged or organized centrally, linear, radial, clustered, or grid.

Geometry

The geometrical appearance of the building needs to be organized to create harmony.  Different building approaches, as its elements should enhance circulation.  The building entrance may be flushed, projected or recessed.

Context

            The basic components of the building include walls, windows, roofs and floors.  In context, the principles involved include balance or equalization.  Government Centers’ scale type may be monumental but the design of the city hall doesn’t have to be one too.  It may be so designed for permanence but it is essentially an office building, not a monument or ornament.

Enclosure

Enclosure properties include its dimensions, slope, configuration, surface edges and openings.  The use of color for the enclosure has its psychological effects, which varies according to location.    

Systems

Systems include environmental concerns and the interior.  It also includes the HVAC systems which are primarily mechanical and electrical.  Systems for handicapped users will be inherent such as on curbs, hallways and walkways.  Signs and guardrails as well as warning and vibration signals may also be incorporated.

Economics

            The cost of the building should involve the economy of materials.  Using GI sheets, hollow block walling, and cement or wood flooring could achieve this.  Also by using ordinary paint, flush doors, white tiles and toilet fixtures.

Human Factors

          Socio-cultural variables discuss attitudes towards privacy, family structure, the role of women, job patterns, and technological experience.  Psychological considerations are categorized by factors such as its spaciousness, friendliness, variety, unity, rationality, flexibility, accessibility, and security. 

SCOPE YOUR TELE

Scope and Limitations

           

The project limits itself on the practical use of alternative resources specifically on the availability of research materials.

STUDY SIGNIFICANCE

Significance of the Study

          The opportunity of undergoing the study is of great significance for improving social, economic, physical and political conditions of the locality.  The study could also open up new design strategies and verify certain principles of design.  And the contribution of these, which may have been ignored, could state issues for further study and implementation.

INFORMATION ECONOMIC

Socio Economic Information of the Locality

           

The Local Government of _____ as learned has offered to propose the structure.  The condition of the host locality has shown great development.  There were radical changes in the system of government (decentralization policy).  Great surge of wealth or income is evident as shown in figures.  Situations on financial and organizational problems had been resolved through foreign and national aids done by various revenue strategies (IRA)…

PROBLEM STATEMENT

Statement of the Problem

          The problem lies on the project’s architectural possibilities and constraints. It is up to the challenge of offering a better if not the best designed structure for governance.  Thereon, extensive research has to be done and alternative solutions could hopefully be derived by empirical studies.  

THESIS PARTS - SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS (A GOVERNMENT CENTER)

Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations

          The proposal was discovered to be constructively viable from studies.  The study has proven a lot of options and possibilities concerning its architectural design and development.  There are existing designs and innovations, which can be adapted and modified aesthetically and structurally.  I sure do admit that the study has clearly open up its identity though needless to say is needed for its construction.

            The importance of the study is to help develop a Local Government Center for the progressing City ____.  This should enhance the city socially and economically.  The city’s agro-industrial roots backed up with medium industrialization could boost up its function for governance.

            In conclusion, the programming and design analysis are not really complete until the building is constructed and occupied.  Design exploration, schematic design, design development, and even the ultimate occupancy of the building will uncover new ideas, opportunities, and constraints which will make some objectives of the original program difficult to achieve and often changes minds as to the requirements of the program.