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ABSTRACT
The demand for a new innovative healthcare institution is still regarded as something
to be concentrated on by the Department of Health throughout the country. Yet, there
are still lots of unsolved problems and medical care issues that the world is meant to face.

Timely with todays’ issues is the creation of an “Pediatric Hospital: Integrating

Biophilic Innovation into Child Care” project located at Barangay Puerta Real, Sto.
Domingo, Ilocos Sur owned by Dr. Antoinio Lahoz with an area of approximately 78,864
sq.m and it is proposed by Dr. Rosita P. Rialubin. Md, a pediatrician in Ilocos Sur.

It is an effort to give the most appropriate medical care for children and young adults’
ages 0-19, which could serve as an epitome of healthcare spaces in the future. Not only
with the consideration for hospital planning and design that this study is concentrated but
also with its integration with the environment. Hospitals built in the past have orbited
more with the considerations of certain architectural requirements that designers have
neglected the other aspects that add up to patient comfort.

In the “Pediatric Hospital: Integrating Biophilic Innovation into Child Care”, the
environment is given its own role to play not just for patients and their families but also to
the medical team. It is set up with an appeal that’s far from the usual grim and dull
environment of a regular hospital and to provide patient’s the feeling of living a normal
life even if they’re inside the facility while they achieve healing. This approach is perfect
for youngsters and their fragile response to every new environment they are in. It is
enveloped with the principle of “Biophilia” which designers consider to be the best
innovation for a healthcare institution.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The researcher wishes to express his sincere gratitude to those generous-hearted people
who offered assistance, support and encouragement for the completion of this study. No
words could fully express the deepest gratitude to:

The Almighty Father, for his guidance, grace and compassion in the completion and
pursuance of this study.

Ar. Fatima Nicetas Rabang- Alonzo, Dean of College of Architecture and Chairman of the
jury, for her considerations, guidance and support for the completion of this study;
Ar. Renato B. Navarro, her thesis adviser, for his patience in checking and giving her ideas
and direction in conducting this study.
Ar. Ronnel Carlos Ramos, Ar. Christian A. Santamaria, and Ar. Monserrat Stevens F.
Pescador, for their constructive criticism, comments and recommendation for the
improvement of this study.
Miss Katrina Joy A. Naval, her English critic, for her patience and understanding in editing
her manuscript.
Ar. Dennis Cabello, her consultant, for his kindness and unselfish guidance in planning her
project which contributed much to the improvement of the study.
Dr. Felicidad A. Quario, her Class Adviser, who supported and guided her throughout her
journey in the College, and pushing her to finish this study.
All the faculty members and staff of the college of Architecture for their knowledge and
wisdom that they have imparted in her in the practice of architecture which served as an
inspiration in the completion of this study.
She also would like to thank all those who have assisted and helped her during this research
especially her family, love ones and friends for giving her all the necessary support in the
pursuance of this study.

T.M.P
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DEDICATION

This humble work is dedicated to my family especially to my parents, Mr. Ernesto Presto and Mrs. Marietta Presto
and to my siblings from whose untiring support and assistance have made possible the fruition of my effort.
To my sister Rosejane, for financially supporting me in fulfilling my dreams, Thank you for all the sacrifices.
I also dedicate this book to all my friends and relatives, for their cooperation while conducting the study.
And to my love one Austine, the one who always inspires me and encourage me to believe in myself.
And above all,
To the Almighty God!

Theresa
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CURICULLUM VITAE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Theresa Marie B. Presto
Nickname: Tere
Age: 21
Birthdate: January 07,1997
Address: 11 Gomez Street, Vigan City Ilocos Sur
Parents:
Father: Ernesto B. Presto
Mother: Marietta B. Presto
Sister: Eloisa Lourdes P. Tabrilla, Almira Hazel B. Presto, Rose Jane Klane B. Presto, Dianna
Jesusa B. Presto, Melanie Lucia P. Torallba, Cherilyn Acela B. Presto
Brother: Marlon Darren B. Presto, Marcelo Agustin B. Presto, Glenn Julio B. Presto, Pablito
Pedro B. Presto

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary: Burgos Memorial School West (Year Graduated: 2008-2009)
Secondary: Saint Paul College of Ilocos Sur (Year Graduated: 2012-2013)
Tertiary: University of Northern Philippines, Tamag, Vigan City (Year Graduated: 2014-2018)
Certificates: Drafting Technology (2nd Sem., 2014-2015)
Building Technology and Utilities (2nd Sem., 2015-2016)
Computer Aided Design (2nd Sem., 2016-2017)
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Architecture (2nd Sem., 2017-2018)

Bibliography:
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Pdf File:

 Checklist for Review of Hospital Floor Plans, Level 2 Hospital

 14-Patterns-of-Biophilic-Design-Terrapin-2014
 Biophilia-Healing-Environments-Salingaros-
 Worldhealthcare hospital care for children
 Health Care Waste Management
 Planning and Designing of Hospital
 RA 4226 Hospital Licensure Act
 Time Savers Standards for all Building Types

Book:

 PD 1096 National Building Code of the Philippines

 Max Fajardo Planning and Design and Designers Handbook. Second Edition. Quezon
City; 5138 Trading

Online Resources:

 http://hconews.com/2018/01/31/a-new-remedy-introducing-biophilic-design-into-
hospitals/
 https://www.archdaily.com/220749/phoenix-childrens-hospital-hks-architects
 https://www.ambius.com/blog/biophilia-and-healthcare/
 https://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/1520-hospitals-test-out-new-design-
concepts
 https://www.healthcaredesignmagazine.com/architecture/healing-hues-choosing-
paint-colors-healthcare/
 https://www.bdcnetwork.com/family-friendly-childrens-hospitals-9-fresh-ideas-
addressing-needs-patients-and-parents
 https://www.bdcnetwork.com/pediatric-hospitals-improve-care-flexible-age-
sensitive-design

Online Resources:
 http://noah.up.edu.ph/
 https://earth.google.com/web/@0,0,0a,22251752.77375655d,35y,0h,0t,0r