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1 PRESENTATION
OVERVIEW :

• Discussing the impact of plants and trees on urban

environments.
• Highlighting their role in enhancing aesthetics,
environmental benefits, and public spaces.
• Importance of vegetation in town plaza design for
functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, and
well-being.
• Exploring how proper plant placement improves
town plazas, making them more inviting and
connected to nature.

ROLDAN ANDRIA MICHAEL KIRSTE PAULINE

VERZOS BILDAN GABRES N JIMENEZ
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AFRICAN TULIPTREE
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SOURSOP
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CUBAN MAHOGANY
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BIG LEAF PODOCARP

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QUEEN’S CRAPE-MYRTLE
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MALAY BUSH -BEECH

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ASHOK
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IXORA CRAPE-JASMINE BLACK WATTLE FIRE BUSH

TROPICAL ALMOND PALM TREE COW-TAMARIND

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BROADLEAF
PALM LILY

MAGENTA LILY PILY

IPIL-IPIL

GARDEN SISAL RUBBERPLANT RIBBONGRASS

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3 IMPACTS:
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SITE CONTEXT MICROCLIMATE AND

UNDERSTANDING COMFORT

• Existing vegetation offers insights • Trees and vegetation influence site

into local ecosystem, soil, microclimate.
topography, and climate. • Provide shade, reduce heat island
• Influences the architectural and effects, and impact wind patterns.
design approach. • Enhance user comfort in the space.

DESIGN INTEGRATION SHADE AND ENERGY

EFFICIENCY
• Incorporating existing vegetation
creates harmony between built • Mature trees offer natural shading,
environment and nature. reducing need for artificial cooling.
• Enhances aesthetics and sense of • Strategic integration improves
continuity with surroundings. energy efficiency and reduces costs.
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CULTURAL AND HISTORIC
SIGNIFICANCE
• Some vegetation has cultural,
historical, or symbolic value.
• Preserving or incorporating them
honors site's heritage and enriches
its narrative.
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• Provides understanding of land, soil,
and weather patterns.
• Aids in better planning and
construction.
• Indicates areas for nature and
animal habitats.
BENEFITS OF INTEGRATION
• Harmonious design enhances
aesthetics, microclimates, and user
comfort.
• Boosts energy efficiency and aligns
with sustainability. Supports public
health through green spaces.
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NATIVE PLANTS
• Native plants maintain balance in
ecosystems.
• Provide habitats and food for
wildlife.
• Contribute to healthy ground and
resilience to environmental changes.
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SUMMARY • Overall, these plants enrich

surroundings, enhance indoor air
quality, and benefit individuals and
• Trees and plants offer various benefits the community.
like shade, pollinator attraction, erosion • The presentation emphasizes how
prevention, and air quality improvement. trees enhance urban spaces,
• Some, like the Big-Leaf Podocarp, benefiting aesthetics, sustainability,
support biodiversity and carbon and well-being.
absorption. • Incorporating existing vegetation in
• Native trees like the Malay Bush-Beech architectural projects provides
maintain soil health and balanced insights, design harmony,
ecosystems. microclimate regulation, energy
• Trees like Ashok and Hawaiian Hibiscus efficiency, and cultural value.
have cultural and aesthetic value. • Conserving native plants maintains
• Shrubs like Laurustinus attract birds and ecological balance, offering diverse
offer ornamental charm. advantages.
• Trees enrich communities, improve
air quality, and create inviting
environments.
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USER EXPERIENCE
• Trees offer fresh air and ventilation, making
Victoria Tarlac's public space inviting and
relaxing.
• Abundant trees enhance people's comfort and
enjoyment, preserving the natural environment.
• Trees also serve as noise barriers, creating a
tranquil atmosphere.
• More trees are needed, especially near the
school corner, for better shading in the drop-off
area.
HISTORICAL
• A pine tree in Victoria stands for 70 years,
symbolizing the town's progress and resilience.
• Some pine trees were lost to typhoons, but one
remains, witnessing growth.
• Other trees sprouted naturally or through tree
planting, reflecting development.
• The India rubber plant's beauty adds
enchantment, with myths of supernatural
beings.
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USER EXPERIENCE
• Trees offer fresh air and ventilation, making
Victoria Tarlac's public space inviting and
relaxing.
• Abundant trees enhance people's comfort and
enjoyment, preserving the natural environment.
• Trees also serve as noise barriers, creating a
tranquil atmosphere.
• More trees are needed, especially near the
school corner, for better shading in the drop-off
area.
HISTORICAL
• A pine tree in Victoria stands for 70 years,
symbolizing the town's progress and resilience.
• Some pine trees were lost to typhoons, but one
remains, witnessing growth.
• Other trees sprouted naturally or through tree
planting, reflecting development.
• The India rubber plant's beauty adds
enchantment, with myths of supernatural
beings.
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