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environment that enhances both functionality and aesthetic appeal. The proposed project
recognizes the significance of seaports as vital nodes in global trade and transportation
networks, while also acknowledging the growing demand for innovative and sustainable
hospitality solutions.
aims to optimize cargo handling, ensuring a smooth and rapid flow of goods, tourists, and
spaces, renewable energy sources, and innovative waste management systems. The
terminal's aesthetic elements reflect a balance between functionality and visual appeal,
providing a comfortable and immersive experience for travelers and visitors. Inspired by the
surrounding maritime environment, the hotel's design draws upon nautical themes, offering
breathtaking views of the sea and creating a connection between the built environment and
its natural surroundings. Sustainability is also a core principle, with green building practices,
hotel.
The synergy between the seaport terminal and hotel complex is a key focus of this
proposal. The design encourages collaboration and interaction between the two entities,
promenades, cultural hubs, and recreational areas, enhance the overall experience for both
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maritime industry professionals and hotel guests, fostering a sense of community and
connection.
infrastructure by proposing an integrated and forward-thinking solution that not only meets
the demands of global trade but also enhances the overall urban experience. The
harmonious coexistence of the seaport terminal and hotel complex serves as a model for
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The researcher would like to express her deepest gratitude to everyone who helped
her in making this research study possible. Above everything, the researcher acknowledges
the Almighty God for the strength. He has blessed her and for not leaving her alone all
throughout this phase of her life. The researcher believes that nothing would be possible if
The researcher is very grateful for all the support, whether financially, morally,
physically or spiritually, that came from her family. She recognizes the great effort of her
family on how they provide financial assistance for it is the struggle they face at the very
beginning of this study. To the greatest people he had met in college, the researcher is
blessed to have these people around her all throughout the completion of this project. She is
grateful for all the memories they had shared and will share in the future.
To her classmates, the researcher is blessed to have people like them in her life. As
the saying goes, quality over quantity. They may have been not more in number, but the
researcher guarantees that extreme happiness happens when they have all the time to be
together. This class may have faced all problems, but they stand firm to continue their
To the instructors and faculty members of College of Architecture, Fine Arts, and
Design Department, and most especially to her research methods instructor, Ar. Bernadine
Mendoza Ilagan who played a big part in nourishing and enhancing the researcher’s
knowledge for the past years until the day that he is ready to face this bigger challenge in
her student life, thank you. They are the reason behind every challenge that the researcher
tried to surpass, and the fulfilment of this proposal is the greatest gift the researcher could
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The Researcher
DEDICATION
To her Research Methods for Architecture instructor, Ar. Bernadine Mendoza Ilagan
Especially all Architecture, Fine Arts, Interior Design students; This wonderful
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSTRACT ………………………………………………………………………ii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ………………………………………………………. iv
DEDICATION …………………………………………………………………… v
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1.10 Abbreviations …………………………………………………….. 12
CURRICULUM VITAE
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REFERENCES
LIST OF TABLES
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LIST OF FIGURES
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Figure 24. Oriental Mindoro Forest Cover ……………………………………….. 46
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Figure 47. Coastal Resources Map ………………………………………………… 84