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BLESSIE B. MANLAPAZ ARCHITECTURE APPRENTICE About summary An architecture graduate driven by a passion for creating spaces that are purposeful, responsive, and meaningful. Through my academic and professional experiences, I have developed a strong foundation in architectural design, planning, technical documentation, and visualization. I believe that architecture goes beyond form and aesthetics—it is about understanding people, context, and the stories that shape every space. SOFTWARE KNOWLEGDE: AUTOCAD ENSCAPE SKETCHUP D5 MS OFFICE IntroductionIntroduction
Table of ContentsTable of Contents 11 22PROPOSED BACACAY CULTURAL HUB PROPOSED VILLA FUNCTION HALL
11 The Proposed Bacacay Cultural Hub is my undergraduate thesis project, envisioned as a catalyst for cultural preservation, community engagement, and sustainable tourism development in Bacacay, Albay. PROPOSED BACACAY CULTURAL HUBPROPOSED BACACAY CULTURAL HUB Bacacay, Albay, Philippines
111666555222333777777888999101010111111121212101010101010101010101010111111131313444221 - MAIN BUILDING 2 - LOCAL CUISINE & SOUVENIRS 3 - GUEST HOUSE 4 - SUNKEN GARDEN W/ FOUNTAIN 5 - FOOTBALL / OPEN SPACE 6 - STAGE 7 - CULTURAL PAVILLION 8 - PLAYGROUND 9 - FITNESS PLAGROUND 10 - PARKING 11 - COMMON TOILET 12 - POWER HOUSE 13 - WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY 1 - MAIN BUILDING 2 - LOCAL CUISINE & SOUVENIRS 3 - GUEST HOUSE 4 - SUNKEN GARDEN W/ FOUNTAIN 5 - FOOTBALL / OPEN SPACE 6 - STAGE 7 - CULTURAL PAVILLION 8 - PLAYGROUND 9 - FITNESS PLAGROUND 10 - PARKING 11 - COMMON TOILET 12 - POWER HOUSE 13 - WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITYL E G E N D :The project seeks to celebrate the municipality’s rich heritage, local craftsmanship, and traditions through a dynamic architectural space that fosters cultural exchange, learning, and economic opportunities. Designed with sensitivity to its context, the Cultural Hub integrates contemporary architectural principles with local identity, creating a meaningful destination for both residents and visitors.
33MAINMAINThe Main Building serves as the centerpiece of the Proposed Bacacay Cultural Hub, designed to celebrate, preserve, and promote the cultural heritage of Bacacay, Albay. As the project's primary destination, it provides an immersive environment where visitors can engage with local history, traditions, crafts, and contemporary cultural expressions while supporting education, research, and sustainable tourism.BUILDINGBUILDING
UTILITY/ JANITOR ROOMCURATOR/ MUSEUM OFFICE STAFFSTAFF ROOMARTIFACT QUARANTINE ROOM44The ground floor welcomes visitors through a central lobby that serves as the building's primary orientation and information space. Surrounding the lobby are the Main Exhibition Halls, Orientation Mini-Theater, Secondary Gallery, Museum Gift Shop, and visitor amenities, creating a seamless cultural experience that introduces guests to the municipality's identity and heritage. These spaces are designed to accommodate permanent and rotating exhibitions, educational programs, and community events that encourage public participation and cultural appreciation. The second floor expands the building's educational and administrative functions through additional gallery spaces, research and documentation facilities, archival storage, tourism offices, meeting rooms, and staff support areas. The inclusion of research and documentation spaces strengthens the hub's role as a center for cultural preservation, allowing historical records, artifacts, and local knowledge to be documented, studied, and safeguarded for future generations. Tourism offices further support the municipality's growing tourism sector by providing operational spaces dedicated to destination management and visitor services. GROUND FLOOR PLAN SECOND FLOOR PLAN
55GUEST HOUSEGUEST HOUSEGROUND FLOOR PLAN The Guest House provides comfortable accommodations for tourists and visitors, offering a relaxing environment through its guest rooms, family suites, restaurant, spa, and lounge spaces. Designed to support sustainable tourism, it enhances the overall cultural experience within the Bacacay Cultural Hub.
66LOCAL CUSINELOCAL CUSINEThe Local Cuisine Center showcases the rich culinary heritage of Bacacay by providing a space where visitors can experience authentic local dishes and flavors. Designed as a combination of dining, retail, and cultural experience, the facility promotes local food traditions while supporting community-based tourism and local livelihoods. GROUND FLOOR PLAN
Villa Function HallVilla Function Hall Bacacay, Albay, Philippines77
88Located in the tranquil coastal community of Igang, Bacacay, Albay, this Villa Function Hall is designed as a versatile venue for weddings, celebrations, corporate gatherings, and community events. The architectural concept combines contemporary tropical design with spacious, accessible interiors, creating a welcoming environment that complements the natural landscape of Bacacay. Featuring a grand entrance, barrier-free ramps, generous covered walkways, and landscaped outdoor spaces, the facility promotes both elegance and functionality. The design emphasizes natural lighting, ventilation, and seamless indoor-outdoor connectivity, providing guests with a comfortable and memorable event experience while reflecting the serene character of its surroundings.
"Simplicity is not about the absolute absence of clutter; it is about the quiet presence of meaning and the poetic weight of authentic materials." — John Pawson, Minimalist Architect A design proposal for the villa hall, which blends classic luxury with modern sophistication. The space features a grand crystal chandelier casting a warm glow from the recessed ceiling, beautifully complemented by high- gloss marble floors that reflect the entire stage. With integrated cove lighting and elegant floral accents, the concept delivers a breathtaking, five-star ambiance for exclusive gatherings.99
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