A PROPOSED REGIONAL PAGEANTRY TRAINING CENTER IN

CAGAYAN VALLEY

A Thesis Presented to
The Faculty of the Civil Engineering and Architecture Department
College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology
ISABELA STATE UNIVERSITY
City of Ilagan, Isabela

In Partial Fulfillment of the Academic Requirements for the Degree

Bachelor of Science in Architecture

Shereene Nova B. Darcen

2022-2023
 CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION

1.1 Introduction
Beauty pageants, which have been a part of Filipino society for more than 60 years,
have always been an interesting event to our nation. A typical Filipino is already used to
seeing women prancing over stages in glitzy costumes, heavy makeup, and tight clothing.
Today, males and homosexual people are both extensively accepted in the realm of
beauty pageants, which are no longer just for women.
Filipinos are committed to a distinct form of competition: beauty pageants, whereas
people in other nations follow sporting events with a religious fervor, such as the Super
Bowl and the World Cup. Filipinos are still passionate about the art of pageantry, despite
the fact that it is losing favor in other places. The Philippines is as experienced a
candidate as a country can be, with its "beauty queens" winning several international
accolades.
While the Philippines is a huge admirer of these international beauty pageants, the
local scene also showcases the distinctive Filipino culture. A beauty contest is held every
time there is a fiesta in a barangay across the nation. Moreover, beauty pageants in the
Philippines appeal to males, LGBTQ individuals, children, and the elderly as well as
women. These pageants shift over time to become something that fits the Filipino culture.
With the Philippines hosting numerous pageants locally and on a national level,
pageant preparation for about one (1) to three (3) months is a major part to a successful
pageant. Training such as catwalks, make up tutorials, and rehearsals for production
number are some of the things allotted to these preparations. These preparations are
usually done in barangay halls, coliseums, private event halls and even renting out a hotel
for in-house training. Sometimes, rehearsals are rescheduled due to unavailability of a
place to practice.
 Thus, the proponent of the study, came up with a Proposed Regional Pageantry
Training Center in Cagayan Valley to have an official training center within the
region.

1.2 Historical Background of the Study

In the Philippine pageant history, there are a total of fifteen (15) beauty queens
who took home the crown from the foremost prestige international beauty pageants.
There are four (4) specifically – Miss Earth, Miss International, Miss World and Miss
Universe. To enumerate, the Philippines has won Miss Earth fourfold, Miss
International sixfold, Miss World once, and Miss Universe four times.
Region 2 or the Cagayan Valley is strategically located on the northeastern part of
mainland Luzon. It has a total land area of 26,388 square kilometers, making it the
second largest region in the Philippines.
Region 2 having five (5) provinces, namely: Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva
Vizcaya, and Quirino, has numerous festivals being celebrated in every provinces,
namely: The Payuhwan Festival in Batanes, Aggao na Cagayan in Cagayan, Bambanti
Festival in Isabela, Grand Ammungan Festival in Nueva Vizcaya, and Panagdapun
Festival in Quirino.
The Cagayan Valley has one (1) independent city, three (3) component cities, eighty-
nine (89) municipalities, and two thousand three hundred eleven (2,311) barangays
within its twelve (12) congressional districts. With this number celebrating festivals
yearly, the pageant scene does not go amiss. From barangay pageants to town pageants,
the winner gets to represent the town in the provincial pageants, and moving on to
represent regional pageants then on to the national pageants has always been the flow of
pageantry in the Philippines.
Recently, Region 2 has been attempting to encourage candidates to represent our
region into national pageants, in hopes to have another Mutya Johanna Datul, the Miss
Supranational 2013 winner, but to no avail, they are not able to take home the crown. The
lack of training facilities can be seen, as candidates in this region do not have a proper
boot camp to stay in and rehearse.
Some municipalities only use their coliseum or private properties for practice. Thus, the
researcher proposes a training center to house beauty queen aspirants and help them reach
national pageants and international pageants.

1.3 Objectives of the Study

1.3.1 General Objectives
To design a state-of-the-art training center for pageantry in Region 2 that will
cater facilities and training equipment to unleash the potentials of beauty queen
aspirants.
1.3.2 Specific Objectives
1. To increase the number of beauty queens from region 2 to enter national
pageants.
2. To design a training center similar to a boot camp that will be in an
environment that is rural and more attached to nature.
3. To design a training center equipped with the following:
A. Catwalk area or hall with full mirrors
B. Gym for fitness
C. Audio Visual Room
D. Question and Answer Classroom
E. Make Up Tutorial Room
F. Outdoor Open Space
G. Sleeping Area for Organizers and Candidates
H. Kitchen and Dining Hall
I. Event Hall with Stage
J. Wardrobe and Fashion Room
4. To design and apply Green Building strategies to blend with nature and the
chosen site.
5. To design a building/facility that maximizes the use of land area for the
Regional training center.
1.3 Statement of the Problem
Organizers of pageants most of the time have trouble finding rehearsal places for
pageantry. Sometimes, coliseums which are usually candidates’ training ground are
unavailable due to other events from public and private sectors. Thus, it is evident that
there is not enough training facilities for pageantry within the region.
Specifically, the Proposed Regional Pageantry Training Center in Cagayan
Valley sought to answer the following questions:
1.4.2 Technical Aspect
A. What are the types of facilities that should be incorporated to meet the needs
of its users?
B. What are the sustainable practices to be adopted in the design?
1.4.3 Financial Aspect
A. What is the most cost efficient financing scheme that can be adopted to the
proposed study to assure completion of the project?
1.4.4 Organizational Aspect
A. What kind of organization structure shall manage and monitor the
project?

1.5 Assumption
Establishing a pageantry training center will effectively create a production line of
contenders for national and international pageants. This study will support Cagayan
Valley to take pride in these prestigious pageants.

1.6 Scope and Delimitation

This study is limited to the important aspect and common ideas that will create a
functional structure in Cagayan Valley, namely a Pageantry Training Center.

1.6.1 Scope
The proposed study will focus on a comprehensive design to provide a functional
space that will cater the needs of the users. It will involve the design for
an effective site development plan, the building itself and site analysis for the technical
aspects of the study.

Specifically, this study will focus mainly on the following:

1. Layout plan, master plan and design of the structure and the site that will utilize
the space.
2. Flow and layout of the utilities if necessary.

1.6.2 Delimitation
The propose designs were based on results and findings from relevant data and
information gathered from existing boot camps or pageantry academies.
The study will not have an elaborate structural analysis though it will be considered
in the design process. All other allied services will be studied but will not be given
emphasis in this study.

1.7 Conceptual Framework

INPUTS PROCESS
DATA GATHERING DATA ANALYSIS USER ANALYSIS
SITE ANALYSIS
RELATED LITERATURE
ARCHITECTURAL PLANNING SPACE
PROGRAMMING FUNCTION
REFERENCES

OCCUPANTS/USER
OUTPUT
PROBLEMS AND PLANNING A TRAINING CENTER AND DESIGNING A
ISSUES BUILDING FOR PAGEANTRY

RISKS
A STATE-OF-THE-ART REGIONAL
PAGEANTRY TRAINING CENTER IN
TRAINING CENTER
DEVELOPMENTS CAGAYAN VALLEY

Figure 1: Conceptual Model of the Study

1.8 Definition of Terms

Beauty Pageant- is a competition that has traditionally focused on

judging and ranking the physical attributes of the
contestants.

Boot Camp- a short intense, intensive and rigorous course of

training usually done in a camp and has strict
discipline.

Candidate- a person who represents his/her own place to a beauty pageant

competition and someone who vies for the
crown.

LGBTQ- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer

Avid fans or supporters of pageantry.

Production Number- a dance number done by candidates at the

introduction of the pageant.

Study/Project- it is a study conducted about “A Proposed Regional

Pageantry Training Center in Cagayan Valley”

Training Center- a building or structure for beauty pageant training.

 CHAPTER 2
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

The inputted related literature, related studies and the governing laws are guides for
the formulation of the subject matter Training Center to satisfy the end-users of the said
center. Training center design is a topic which has been explored beyond popular subject
matters. This proposed project aids the needs of the people in the training center, to have
a place for the said public structures incorporated to their need. Everything adopted into
this study was based on the review and interpretation of the related laws, literature and
studies.

2.1 Review of Related Literature

2.1.1 Foreign Literature

2.1.1.1.1 John Robert Powers International School

Figure 2: John Robert Powers Lobby

Assessment of the study:

One of the pioneers of today's multibillion-dollar modeling industry was John Robert
Powers. He was motivated by a strong conviction that there is no such thing as an
unattractive person—only those who are unaware of how to maximize their advantages.
He developed his profession and reputation by assisting others
in bringing out the best in themselves. Powers developed the curriculum that now serves
as the foundation for the personal development, executive training, modeling, acting, and
other courses provided at the current John Robert Powers Schools network of locations
across the world.
John Robert Powers International, headed by Richard C. Upton, opened its doors in
1985. It now has 11 centers located across the Asia Pacific region, including the
Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
In addition to teaching communications, modeling, and acting, John Robert Powers
is a well-known intellectual property who specializes in teaching personal development,
personality improvement, and image. It is a global network of educational institutions
using the same academic programs, promotional strategies, and commercial procedures.
The John Robert Powers system has extensive and distinctive courses. It cultivates
self-awareness, improves presentational abilities, and broadens career options. All age
groups, including children, pre-teens, teenagers, young adults, adults, executives, aspirant
business people, and stay-at-home moms getting ready to take on additional duties outside
the house, can benefit from these seminars, which are open to both men and women. Since
its start, the personality development curriculum has been revised and expanded. The
issuance of a common universal certificate, which is recorded in the graduate's name at the
John Robert Powers International headquarters, emphasizes the significance of having
successfully finished a course at any one of the John Robert Powers schools. .

Remarks:
The study helps to expand the knowledge of what spaces or facilities might be needed in
the proposed study. A hall for modelling or runway shall be adopted.
2.1.1.2 Camp Seely

Figure 3: Camp Seely Exterior

Assessment of the study:

The City of Los Angeles owns the mountain camp Camp Seely, which is situated in
the San Bernardino Mountains not far from Crestline, California. A lodge, kitchen, dining
hall, bathroom/showers, gaming room, playing field, and 60 cottages are all part of the
camp (each sleeps 4-5 people). On a few specific weeks throughout the year, the camp
may be rented for groups of 125–270 people or for individual families.

The Mormon brothers David and Wellington Seely, who built a pioneering water-
powered sawmill here in the 1850s, are the origin of the name Camp Seely. The sawmill
was washed away during the winter floods of 1861 and David Seely rebuilt in a different
location. As part of their new Municipal Recreation Program, the city of Los Angeles
bought the site and constructed the modern Camp Seely in 1914. The name "Seely" was
spelt incorrectly during this transaction and has been a source of misunderstanding for
many years. Seeley Creek continues to be listed as Seely Creek on numerous official
maps and papers from the government.
Remarks:
The idea of a boot camp-type training center is adopted in the study from this
existing structure. Areas like lodge, kitchen, dining hall, restrooms and showers, and
dormitories are provided in the study.

2.1.1.3 Dance School in Olerios, Spain

Figure 4: Dance School in Olerios Exterior

Assessment of the study:

The Municipal Dance School in Oleiros is housed in a ground-floor structure with a
straightforward volumetric layout that meets a defined set of requirements. The
curriculum is divided into two volumes that represent the program's primary functional
sections. The structure is strategically placed on the lot to maximize surfaces and traffic
flow. NAOS Arquitectura are the firm's architects.
The diverse needs of the center's rooms have led to a diversity of volumes in
elevation, both in terms of their shape and height as well as in terms of their materials.
Clear utility in the design of the rooms, routes, and circulation is necessary for the
internal working. The creation of the software highlights the necessity to satisfy
customers who want a dancing school that provides a wide range of activities all in one
location.
 In order to assist and enable future investment profitability, a building with the
features and energy needs of the proposed project is developed with the notion of
maximizing renewable energy sources and optimizing materials, ensuring durability and
low maintenance costs.

Figure 5: Dance Hall Interior

Figure 6: Waiting Area Interior

The first volume, which is shorter in height, contains the public spaces and entryways to
the dance halls, including the lobby and waiting area, the office, the locker rooms, and the
smaller classes. The dance halls are located in the tallest room because of their
purpose, which necessitates a bigger internal capacity.

Figure 7: Floor Plan of Dance School in Olerios

Access is made through a lobby that includes a waiting room on the north front. Two
student changing facilities are located in the common building, which also provides a
direct link to the dance hall area and access from the lobby for parents. There are two
changing rooms for teachers as well, one for each gender. For dancing practice, there are
four classrooms available. There are also two smaller rooms, one for music and the other
for a collection of music and media.

Remarks:
Since the facilities of pageantry training centers are similar to the facilities of dance
schools, the spaces provided in this existing structure are adopted in the
proposal. The idea of maximizing natural energy resources and optimizing the materials
for low maintenance costs will be applied to the proposal, as well.
2.1.1.4 Houston Ballet Center for Dance

Figure 8: Houston Ballet Center for Dance Exterior

Assessment of the study:

The Houston Ballet's Center for Dance serves as both a moving advertisement for
dance and a striking reminder of Houston's dedication to the performing arts. The design
by Gensler is modeled after a proscenium stage, with enormous windows providing
views of classrooms and rehearsals into double-height rehearsal studios. The six-story,
115,000 square foot structure, which houses Houston Ballet and its Academy, has nine
dance studios, a dance laboratory, and creative, administrative, and support facilities.
Additionally, it is the biggest dance teaching institution in the country.
Figure 8 and 9: Floor Plans of Houston Ballet Center for Dance
Figure 10: Cross Section of Houston Ballet Center for Dance

The open, roomy interior has double-height studios that highlight the building's
breathtaking vistas of Houston while providing inside views of practicing dancers. Interior
sightlines encourage interaction, activity, and teamwork. Professional dancers and
students were primarily kept apart in the organization's previous space. By providing a
variety of venues for dancers, students, professors, and administrators to engage and
socialize, the new facility encourages innovation.
Students have access to classes that introduce ballet performance production and even
arts administration in addition to ballet classes. Modern practice studios include flooring
that is supported by a basket-weave platform that is intended to lessen dancer injury while
reducing noise transmission from one studio to another. Each studio has a view of the city
outside, plenty of natural light, and A/V equipment for watching performances.
Figure 11 and 12: Lobby of Houston Ballet Center for Dance

The 200-seat Margaret Alkek Williams Dance Laboratory offers artists a special
setting to create new works, and its proportions are designed to resemble the stage of
Houston Ballet's main performance venue. A daylight harvesting system makes the most
of available natural light while using less electricity. Reclaimed walnut boards, a
distinctive finishing touch, warm the entrance to each rehearsal space. Windows with
white ceramic inlays let in natural light while using less electricity. West-facing studios
feature automated shades that descend as the afternoon sun intensifies.
 Houston Ballet’s artistic director, Stanton Welch, notes: “The Center for Dance gives
Houston Ballet a home that is truly an international dance center. The building will be an
icon for the art of dance nationally and internationally. The Center for Dance will further
secure Houston’s reputation as a cosmopolitan, sophisticated, international city with a
thriving arts community.”

Remarks:
Designs like large windows are adopted to the study to have a view of nature while
training. Each studio or classrooms are provided with natural day light. Space for staging
or a theatre type for presentation is also adopted in the design. Spaces for administrators
or organizers are also incorporated in the design of the proposal, and like the existing
structure, the proposed pageantry training center also aims to be an icon within the
region.

2.1.1.5 TN Air National Guard Dormitory and Classroom Training Facility

Figure 13: TN Air National Guard Dormitory and Classroom Training Facility Exterior

Assessment of the study:

In order to deliver a highly sought-after training and educational experience and to
maximize leadership skills, the Tennesse Air National Guard's vision for the Training and
Education Center called for the use of cutting-edge learning strategies and developing
technology.
The Training and Education Center (TEC) campus's existing setting was considered
while designing the 47,200 square foot dormitory and classroom by Elizabeth Eason
Architecture LLC, but new materials were also added to the palette to represent the
facility's high-tech character.
The entrance to the classroom training facility is next to an open plaza area. The
plaza overlooks the parade grass and flag court and functions as a major organizational
component as a result of its location.

Figure 14: TN Air National Guard Dormitory and Classroom Training Facility Interior

In order to provide natural light in the classrooms and dorms while reducing glare,
the building used day lighting strategies. It also used recycled and locally sourced
materials over long distances, and it had an energy-efficient exterior envelope. Together,
these measures are expected to reduce energy use by at least 30%.
Remarks:
The existing training facility will serve as an example for the pageantry training
center in terms of co-existence of a learning space and a dormitory. The usage of local
materials and sustainable materials are also considered by the researcher for low cost
construction.

2.1.2 Local Literature

2.1.2.1 Empire Studios Philippines

Figure 15: Empire Studios Entrance

Assessment of the study:

Empire Studios is a brand-new, cutting-edge organization committed to assisting
Filipinos in realizing their greatest potential. Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach
is the owner. It can be found in Uptown Mall's second floor in Bonifacio Global City,
Quezon City, Philippines, 1630.

For a genuinely holistic and contemporary approach to teaching personality

development and self growth, The Empire Studios boasts the greatest brains and talents in
pageantry, beauty, fashion, fitness and health, and even money. In addition to acting,
speaking, and modeling workshops, the training facility will also offer pageant coaching,
grooming, and dance instruction. It will not only focus on beauty and fashion.
 Through its one-of-a-kind shows that showcase its unique models and skills, the
studio hopes to offer a more modern perspective on lifestyle, entertainment, and beauty.
It is where many of its endeavors in digital content, beauty pageant training and personal
development, fashion and commercial, and talent management come together to produce
its digital presentations.

Remarks:
The study looks to expands studios like this into a full building and cater to more
rooms than just a studio. A make up room, dressing room/fashion room, gym, and digital
content room are adopted to the project.

2.1.2.2 Lower Magat Eco-Tourism Park

Figure 16: Lower Magat Eco-Tourism Park Entrance

Assessment of the study:

The Municipality of Diadi is home to the Lower Magat Eco-Tourism Park. It is a
component of the 24,000-hectare Lower Magat Forest Reserve, which has been
developed into a popular ecotourism site.
 In order to preserve the area and subsequently turn it into a nature park, the province
government originally purchased it from the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources in 1969.
The area now encompasses 1,200 hectares and includes a lagoon, camping areas,
bathing areas, cottages, recreational amenities, and hiking and bike routes.
The campsite also has accommodations for overnights. There are Isinay-
Inspired houses, native huts, and conventional rooms. The place is not just used by
tourists, but also perfect for large groups for team buildings, and for photo shoots.
Remarks:
The study adopted the idea of having a training center on a nature-based setting
which is secluded from urban life to avoid distraction and other disturbances during the
period of training.

2.2 Related Studies

2.2.1 Site Planning
Site planning refers to the organizational stage of the landscape design process. It
involves the organization of land use zoning, access, circulation, privacy, security,
shelter, land drainage, and other factors. This is done by arranging the compositional
elements of landform, planting, water, buildings and paving in site plans.
Site planning generally begins by assessing a potential site for development through
site analysis. Information about slope, soils, hydrology, vegetation, parcel ownership,
orientation, etc. are assessed and mapped. By determining areas that are poor for
development (such as floodplain or steep slopes) and better for development, the planner
or architect can assess optimal location and design a structure that works within this
space.
Remarks:
Considering a site plan is highly required where the buildings and landscapes are
arranged into its ideal places for utilization of the land and for the improvement of the
property.

2.2.2 Soundproofing
Soundproofing is any means of reducing the sound pressure with respect to a
specified sound source and receptor. There are several basic approaches to reducing
sound, increasing the distance between source and receiver, using noise barriers to reflect
or absorb the energy of the sound waves, using damping structures such as baffles, or
using active-noise sound generators.

Figure 17: Layers of Soundproofed Walls

Two (2) distinct soundproofing problems may need to be considered when designing
acoustic treatments- to improve the sound within a room; and reduce sound leakage
to/from adjacent rooms or outdoors. Acoustic quieting, noise mitigation, and noise
control can be used to limit unwanted noise. Soundproofing can suppress unwanted
indirect sound waves such as reflections that can cause echoes and resonances cause
reverberation. Soundproofing can reduce the transmission of unwanted direct sound
waves from the source to an involuntary listener through the use of distance and inverting
objects in the sound path.
Figure 18: Layers of Soundproofed Floor

Remarks:
Soundproofing some areas of the building is advisable. It is highly recommended in
the library where a quiet atmosphere is desired, most importantly in the brainstorming
rooms inside the study room or question and answer room where deliberations, advocacy,
and final review will be conducted, conference room, session hall,toilet and baths,
floors/ceilings, dormitories, and other spaces requiring a quiet atmosphere may also be
subject to soundproofing.
2.2.3 Landscaping for Energy Efficiency

Figure 19: Impact of Landscape to Building Due to Orientation

Figure 20: Impact of Landscape to Building in Winter and Summer

Carefully positioned trees can save up to 25% of a household’s energy consumption

for heating and cooling. Widespread tree planting and climate-appropriate
landscaping offers substantial environmental benefits. Trees and vegetation control soil
erosion, protect water supplies, provide food, create habitat for wildlife,and clean the air
by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.
Landscaping is a cost-effective yet eye-pleasing way to lower energy consumption.
Planting trees, shrubs,vines, grasses, and hedges is very helpful. In fact, landscaping is a
long-term investment for reducing heating and cooling costs, while also bringing other
improvements to the community.
Remarks:
As much as possible, maximize the landscape in the site in order to at least lower the
energy consumption at the same time increasing the aesthetic of the proposal. Observe
proper selection of vegetation.

2.2.4 Non-Slip Floor Mats

A non-slip mat is a rubber matting that is used to prevent slips, trips and falls in the
workplace. Use of non-slip mats should be limited to situations in which the cause of the
slipping hazard cannot be removed by other means. Typically, these types of mats are
used in areas where liquid spills on floors during the work process are common.
Slips, trips and falls are a leading cause of workplace accidents. Occupational health
and safety professionals should be alert to potential slipping hazards and attempt to
prevent possible slips, trips, and falls. However, if an incident occurs, investigations
should determine the cause of the slip, and if the flooring surface cannot be improved to
eliminate the risk, non-slip matting should be installed. Hazardous areas include entrance
ways, stairs and flooring that is in close proximity to any dangerous equipment. The
presence of water, mud, grease, oil, blood or offal as well as dusts, powders or granules
on floor surfaces contribute to slipping hazards and can be addressed by using non-slip
mats.

Remarks:
Installing a non-slip mat on the flooring for runway or model walk practice will be
considered in the design for safety precautions of the users.

2.2.5 Insulation Materials

Insulating the building is one of the fastest and most cost effective ways to reduce
energy waste and maximize savings. Insulating materials are used to reduce the flow of
heat between hot and cold regions. A good insulating system includes products that will
give thermal performance, protect it against air infiltration, and control moisture.
Insulation may be categorized by its composition
(material), by its form (structural or non-structural), or by its functional mode (conductive,
radioactive, convective). Non-structural forms include batts, blankets, loose-fill, spray
foam, and panels, and straw bales. Sometimes, a thermally reflective surface called a
radiant barrier is added to a material to reduce the transfer of heat through radiation as
well as conduction. Each type is made to fit different parts of a house or building.
Sometimes referred to as resistive insulation, these materials typically have very low
density due to large amount of dead air contained within.

Factors affecting the type and amount of insulation to use in a building include:
• Climate
• Ease of installation
• Durability
• Ease of replacement at end of life
• Cost effectiveness
• Toxicity
• Flammability
• Environmental impact and sustainability

Remarks:
For the proposed pageantry training center, decisions about insulation must be put
into priority to help reduce energy consumption and will help reduce the environmental
impact to the building. Building insulation will somehow help reduce heat gain aside
from the design of the building. It will also help user be more comfortable.
2.2.6 Bamboo Craft Sun Shading

Figure 21: Bamboo Shading

Bamboo shading maximizes the use of natural light, energy and recycled materials
created from translucent materials allowing for ample daylight to flow into the space
during work hours. To prevent heat gain and harsh glare, recycled cedar strips are woven
in the pattern of traditional bamboo folk craft, creating a sun shading and light diffusing
finish.

Remarks:
Use of indigenous and locally manufactured produced materials such as bamboo in
Cauayan City should be considered in conserving natural resources.
2.2.7 Cladding

Figure 22: Cladding Layers

Cladding is the application of one material over another to provide a skin or layer
intended to control the infiltration of weather elements, or for aesthetic purposes.
Cladding does not necessarily have to provide a waterproof condition but is instead a
control element. This control element may only serve to safely direct water or wind in
order to control off and prevent infiltration into the building structure. Cladding applied
to windows is often referred to as window capping and is a very specialized field.

Remarks: Cladding in the building will be primarily for aesthetic purposes, other
advantage is prior to application.

2.2.8 High Performance Windows

High performance windows can greatly reduce energy consumption and, thus heating
and cooling costs. Many new buildings are built with windows that have some form of
insulating technology, and the majority of retrofitted windows are high performance. This
change has improved home energy efficiency over the course of the last decade.
Figure 23: A General Description of High-Performance Windows

A high performance window has ten components, but the main component essential
to the energy efficiency of windows are low-emissivity (low-e) coated glass, gas fills,
spacers, and improved frames. The low-e coated glass includes the manufacturing of the
flat glass pane as well as the production of an infrared-reflective coating. This type of
glass provides a durable, film interference filter that reflects infrared rays while allowing
for the transmittance of visible light. The gas fills mainly use argon as the insulator. The
insulating spacers use either fiber glass or vinyl and polystyrene foam to space the glass
panes to the correct distance for minimizing heat flow and condensation.
There are five criteria to test for energy efficiency: the U-factor, the solar heat gain
coefficient, visible transmittance, air leakage, and condensation resistance. The U-factor
measures how well the window prevents heat from escaping; the solar heat gain
coefficient determines how well a window blocks heat from sunlight; visible
transmittance measure how much light passes through a window; and air leakage and
condensation resistance measure the insulating value by how much air and moisture is let
through the window.
Remarks:
Considerations in using high performance windows in the buildings is highly
recommended to reduce energy consumption in the long run, especially in wide opening
or wide windows, making the building less expensive to operate.

2.2.9 The Interrelation Between Fashion and Architecture

Nowadays the relationship between architecture and fashion design is not something
out of the mind and imaginary. In the past century, the bond between these two industries
has gotten stronger by realization of the fact that both are based on art, science and
technology; and they are the actors who are creating the image for people. Another
essential element which both
fashion and architecture are both sharing; this element is an integrative part of these
professions that without it they would not have been existed. This important and essential
element is. Art is the foundation of these two industries that without it not only these two,
but many other professions would have lost their meaning. If the true meaning of art
wanted to be studied, one should study also its relationship with science and technology.
These three, art, science and technology, have a direct relationship with each other and
consequently they affect one another.

Figure 24: Dress Inspired from Guggenheim Museum

 On the other hand, the same concepts of art are eligible in field of fashion design;
because, like architecture, fashion design is also based on art and aesthetics. Fashion
design itself can be considered as art. It is the art of design and aesthetics. Fashion design
as an art, is influenced by culture and it is one of the main non-verbal communicational
systems. Fashion designers or better to say artists, use their work of art like garments as a
way to communicate
with other people. They transmit the feelings that they have to their designs and people
by looking at those designs (cloths), will get the same feeling that the designer had while
designing them. The beauty of form, idea and expression which are the highest aim of art
is clearly seen in clothing. The importance of the created cloths is somehow relying on
these factors; from the form that the cloths have to the expression and message that they
give to the
viewers. Many designers in fashion and architecture used a piece of art as their concept
and designed accordingly.

Remarks:
Considerations of designing a building with a fashion concept will add accent and
character to the building indicating that it is a fashion-involved institution.

2.3 Significance to the Proposed Study

The Proposed Regional Pageantry Training Center in Cagayan Valley
will be a significant endeavor to the region for it will be housing candidates that will
represent the region in national pageants. It will cater the candidates needs in developing
their skills and talents in pageantry, and even orienting them, help them will personal
growth, assist them on how to portray themselves in terms of image and projection,
proper etiquette, stage presence, basic modeling and visual poise, pageant-specific make-
up and hair classes, question and answer classes, interview and media training, fitness
and nutrition, wardrobe and accessories consultation, photography sessions, focus and
goal setting or advocacy, and community service.
 Preparation for beauty pageants goes way beyond aiming for physical perfection. It
involves an expertly tailored menu for the mind and spiritual upliftment. Pageantry is
seen as a woman’s display of her care and commitment towards being a role model in
terms of highlighting and observing the principles of life embodying the refinement of
womanhood.
 CHAPTER 3
RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY

This chapter discusses the method that is being used in this study, the study of
methods used in a field along with a particular method for performing a task that will
supply the data to obtain the steps taken to accomplish in this proposed study.

3.1 Data Gathering Procedure

3.1.1 Research Design
Generally, the study was a design-based research giving emphasis to the gathered
data and information. Every detail is analyzed and in accordance with the interpretations
from the various data gathered and projection calculated in the specific period of the
study.

3.1.2 Respondents
The respondents were former beauty pageant candidates in Region 2, make up artists
or beauty queen makers, and some event coordinators.

3.1.3 Research Method

The collection of data, both qualitative and quantitative in nature imposed as
intended for a direct interaction with the problems of the proposal. Data for research were
gathered through the collection of data and information on libraries, archives, and
internet. Information gathered through interview, survey and observation became useful
in formulating concepts, study of the background of the project, limitations of the projects
such as laws that may affect the project and others.
3.1.4 Instrument Used
To arrive at an effective response to the project needs, the methods applied in
gathering data that were used by the users of the proposed structure were the following:

3.1.5 Primary Sources

Primary data were acquired through the use of survey, interview, and observation on
the site.

3.1.5.1 Agency Coordination

Direct involvement of agency would be efficient in making the work easier in the
field study. It was coordinated through interviews and coordination to the different
agencies like Government offices and to the City Tourism Officers in Cauayan City.

3.1.5.2 Survey
Executing an actual survey through questionnaire with google form to possible users
of the proposed study helped in understanding what the users need in terms of space and
facilities and where the project is best located.

3.1.5.3 Interviews
One of the systems that the researcher used in collecting data was an interview with
Maribel D. Eugenio, the head of the tourism office in Cauayan City, along with her staff
in the office. The interviews helped the researcher to be familiar with festivals and events
in which beauty pageants are involved, and how they cater candidates from different
municipalities if there is an event like Queen Isabela, a provincial level-pageant. The
interview was also conducted to gather data regarding the number of users, facilities and
activities involve in the project.
3.1.5.4 Observation
The observation was done by observing pageant practices and in-houses of
candidates by means of personal day-to-day encounter and experience of events. It was
observed that there are limited facilities for pageant training.
3.1.6 Secondary Sources
Through assessment of data gathered, the current needs and future vision of the
proposed project was determined. Gathering of new and second hand data may be
undertaken through library Research, Publications, Online Source (Internet) in order to
upgrade the existing data.

3.1.6.1 Library Works

Reading books, pamphlets, magazines and other printed materials became essential
to the research. In this particular study, the proponent visited the ISU Ilagan library in
gathering rich information.

3.1.6.2 Maps/Graphics Information

With this method, the researcher can recognize the limitation of the scope of the area.
By using maps or graphics, it determined the location, boundaries and shows how to
conceptualize the site analysis of the proposal.

3.1.6.3 Internet
Browsing web services to gather additional data and it provided extensive
information regarding concepts and characters of the proposal.

3.1.7 Data Gathering Procedure

In this case study, the following were useful methods in research activities that were
identified:
• Identification of Source • Documentation
Information • Research Integration
• Observation • Research Production
• Data Gathering

3.2 Data Treatment and Analysis

In order to come up with better and reliable presentation and analysis of the
results, the data were coded, tallied, and tabulated. Determining the average number
of users was used to verify the possible capacity and facility of the proposed project.
3.3 Research Activity Path Diagram

Figure 25: Activity Path Diagram

The diagram shows the movement and stages on how the research activity was
conducted.