The Value of Urban Design*

Arch. Eduardo F. Bober, Jr.

Industry Lecturer
Intended Learning Outcomes
At the end of the module, the students will be able to:

1. Organize a working understanding-definition of urban design.

2. Recognize the principles, elements, and project examples of
urban design
3. Distinguish applicable development controls within the
premise of urban design
4. Examine the values and benefits of urban design by way of
analyzing the application of good urban design themes and
principles into the urban settings.
5. Appreciate and examine the how public spaces work in cities.
Bao Hun (Banpo) Bridge in Seoul, South Korea
“The longest bridge fountain in the world”
 “The Victor” in Bridgetowne RLC Estate, Pasig-QC
Commemoration of the hard work of Filipinos here and abroad as inspired by the
success of John Gokongwei Jr. “It is about the heart and soul of the Filipino…it's
related to everyone, all of us,”
“The Victor” in Bridgetowne RLC Estate, Pasig-QC
 Building Facade

Private Gardens Front yards

Urban Design Controls
Urban Design Controls
Urban Design Controls
Urban Design Controls
Urban Design Controls
Urban Design Controls
Returning run
down areas
and amenities
into public use
Boosting Civic Pride &
Enhancing Civic Image
Creating more
efficient & less
polluting
development
Revitalizing Urban Heritage
* Credits: Mr. Kristofferson P. Reyes
Arch. Alex Evangelista
End of Presentation
ACTIVITY & REQUIREMENT FOR NEXT WEEK (Sep 11-15, 2023)
TAKE pictures depicting the common themes of good urban design, e.g.
security and safety, sustainability and eco-design, etc. Pictures must be
original. Properly label the picture/s (theme, place, time) and include a brief
description on its physical, social, environmental, economic, and
institutional values. Add to this activity the criteria in judging urban design
as espoused in READING No. 2 and the (7) objectives of UD relating to
“sense of place” .
SUBMISSION DUE on Sep 18, 2023 in class. Use short bond paper; color
print, appropriate cover page, dark green rear cover; bounded.