SHOPHOUSE

AGENDA

SO, CHESTHER ALLEN

11926706
USER PROFILE AND TRADE
FAMILY TRADE
PABLO / HUSBAND STONEWARE POTTERY
JUANITA / WIFE
JUAN / 6 YEAR OLD SON
JULIO / 4 YEAR OLD SON
JOSE / 2 YEAR OLD SON
NARRATIVE

A pair of master potters, Pablo and Juana are the only ones who keeps the Sagada pottery studio going.
Both specializing in stoneware pottery. What separates this studio from the rest is, their distinct design
inspired by the "BAHAG". The bahag has its unique textiles, renowned for its unique patterns: (a) tiktiko,
(b) matmata, (c) sopo and (d) kulibangbang. Each with its different meaning.
Zigzag design of the tiktiko depicts the mountain and forests where their rice fields are located.
The X's in tiktiko and the ◊’s matmata imply abundance, reverence, awe and high regard.
The X's tiktiko represent rice mortars because it resembles the shape of their rice mortars. it is relevant to them because rice gives
nourishment to their body that is why they admire it and is important to them like a god; it is everywhere and all-seeing
The double-lined ◊’s matmata are perceived to represent rice grains and the eyes
The combination of X's tiktiko and ◊’s matmata are expressive of wealth, abundance and fertility.
PROCESS OF SAGADA POTTERY

PREPARATION WHEEL HALF BAKE

AND DRYING THROWING Half baked called
OF CLAY molding the clay biscuit firing
Unsoiling of on the potter's
clay wheel
Drip drying
Aging
PROCESS OF SAGADA POTTERY

GLAZED FIRE GLAZED

Glazing Sets and matures the clat
Carving and glaze for the final
Decorating product
Waterproofing
ARCHITECTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

take advantage of negative space

convenience
utilizing wide spaces to make audience be more hands-on with the process
proper lighting
proper ventilation
comfortability of workspace
HYPOTHESIS

to popularize a dying art of stoneware pottery making in Sagada which makes use of symbols and motifs
inspired by the bahag through sharing the process to the public. What makes the Cordilleran design unique is its
meaning and symbolism behind each design element. It is only found in one region of the Philippines which is
the province of Benguet.

i will be utilizing stations in each step of the process. This will provide the audience with a more personal
experience and it will also improve the workflow of pottery making. A semi-private and semi public area is
positioned in the middle to control the access of the area.
PARTI PRIVATE

open floor plan

improved workflow

convenient work area

PUBLIC
PARTI PRIVATE

Promotes interaction, creating a

plan that revolves around the work
area.

User experience, to create a lasting

impression that can promote
Cordilleran pottery. (can be
achieved by anthropometrics and
ergonomics)
PUBLIC
SITE ANALYSIS

most of the activity is at the rear of

the building, achieving;
proper ventilation
natural light
view of the creek
away from the noise of other
shophouses and traffic
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LOUNGE

FOYER

AERA AERA GNIDLOM

G NI Z A L G D N A G NI V R A C
PREPARATION
STAIRS

NOITPECER
KILN

A E R A G NI L O O C
SPATIAL PROGRAM

GROUND FLOOR
 STAIRS
FOYER

DINING AREA
LIVING AREA

SECOND FLOOR (RESIDENTIAL)

TOILET AND BATH

CHILDRENS
SPATIAL PROGRAM BEDROOM

MASTERS
BEDROOOM
WITH T&B
MASSING ITERATION
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