Reviving Legacy: Adaptive Reuse Restoration of Historic Fort Sta.

Isabel in Taytay, Palawan

Fort Sta. Isabel, a special place in Taytay, Palawan, holds the memories of the past. It's a historical site that tells us about the Philippines' earlier times. In the research titled
"Reviving Legacy," the researcher aims to make it useful and exciting again.

The main goal is to see if Fort Sta. Isabel can have a new purpose as a lively center for the community, where people can enjoy and learn. To achieve this, the researcher needs to
think about how to fix the old buildings, make them safe, and preserve their history. The researcher is also interested in how the fort can help the town grow. Can it bring more
visitors? Can it create jobs? These are questions the researcher aims to answer. In the end, the goal is to make Fort Sta. Isabel a special place for the people of Taytay and for
everyone who comes to visit.

Statement of the Problem Problem Objective Objective of the Study Significance

The research project titled "Reviving Legacy" seeks
to address the following problems:
 Underutilization of Historical Heritage:
Lacking a clear and active role in the
community
 Preservation and Restoration Needs:
The deteriorating condition of the fort's
buildings poses a threat to its historical
integrity
 Community Growth and Economic/ Tourism
Impact:
The fort's potential to stimulate Taytay's
growth by attracting visitors and creating job
opportunities remains unexplored.
1. Converting the Fort Sta. Isabel
itself and its land site into a lively
center/ establishment such as:
 Historical and Cultural Hub
 Interactive Museum
 entertainment venues
 Open-Air Market:
 Café/ Restaurant
 Nighttime Illumination
2. Undertake a comprehensive
restoration project to repair and
preserve the fort's old buildings,
modernizing its looks while
maintaining it’s historical integrity.
 Community Engagement and Needs
Assessment
 Permitting and Approvals
 Architectural Design and Renovation
Plans
 Marketing and Promotion
 Cultural and Educational Programming
 Vendor and Artisan Partnerships
 Historical Assessment
 Structural Evaluation and Architectural
Plans
 Materials Sourcing
 Skilled Craftsmen
 Regular Maintenance Plan
 Public Engagement
The Significance of Fort Sta. Isabel's
Revitalization" explores the
multifaceted benefits of transforming
this historical site into a vibrant
community center. It preserves
cultural heritage, fosters community
engagement, creates economic
opportunities, offers education,
enhances quality of life, and promotes
heritage tourism and sustainability.
This project enriches the lives of
Taytay's residents and visitors while
preserving the past for future
generations.

RENZO M. DIWA
4TH YEAR BLOCK B
2020-4-0388
14/09/23