COLUMBAN COLLEGE INC.

College of Architecture
Prepared by: Ar. Jennifer Sta. Juana

SPECIALIZED HEALTH AND MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTER

DESIGN 8: MIDTERM PLATE

Background of the Project

Cancer is one of the world's major causes of illness and mortality. According to the World Health Organization - WHO's
International Agency for Research on Cancer, one in every five men and one in every six women get cancer throughout their
lifetime, with one in every eight men and one in every eleven women dying from it.

The Department of Health reported that it remains a national health concern in the Philippines, with important repercussions
for people, families, communities, and the health system. However, for those who can afford it, there are just a few cancer
treatment clinics available at private institutions that provide advanced care.

Fortunately, on February 14, 2019, the National Integrated Cancer Control Act, or Republic Act 11215, was signed into law to
ensure that cancer sufferers receive high-quality health care and are protected financially. This law explicitly demands the
creation of a national cancer care center and other similar medical rehabilitation centers to improve and expand patient access
to services and treatment.

Statement of the Problem

“Architecture is an evolving course as designers transcend their work to contend with the changing trends in
design”.

The design for health centers has been about to change, changing the way health care facilities look and feel so that they
support and enhance the delivery of medical technology and help reduce cost. Evidence is the acceptance of Cagayan de
Oro to build a 12-storey medical facility. The construction is still ongoing up to this date.

The aim of the proposed design shall promote life-enhancing health care facilities by formulating a design to improve health
and the quality of life and experiences while recovering.

The design for a specialized health and medical rehabilitation center would need a good perception of details, efficiency, and
functionality. It would integrate into a homogeneous facility the basic requirements for the efficient delivery of health services
particularly preventive services and psychiatric & psychology services, on the other hand, reflexology services, physical
therapy services, and adding aesthetics to the whole facility.

Generally, the overall design of the center shall deviate from the usual design of buildings with similar related functions. The
center while serving efficiently its purpose shall convey an atmosphere of well-being. The proposed interior appearance for
interior treatments shall create an architectural landmark of its own.

This facility may not be a super tall structure but building system considerations for tall buildings as discussed in this module
should be applied, from building core, utilities, vertical transport, floor-to-floor height, thermal comfort, and others. Special
considerations should also be given to toxic and non-toxic waste management, the mandatory health protocol, and isolation
systems, during the pandemic and free pandemic times.

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SITE

The selected site is in Institutional Zone/Research Center, North Tech Park, New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac. New Clark City or
NCC is at a confluence of industry and agriculture with existing infrastructure and connectivity to Manila and the rest of the
Philippines. With a favorable location in the region and appropriate distance from Metro Manila, NCC is poised to become the
next big metropolis. This development is envisioned by the government as the "green city," as it seeks to be a modern,
sustainable, and smart city.

The proximity of the site to access points from all over the other regions and provinces of Luzon through the expressways and
all over the country through the Clark International Airport nearby makes the site dominantly favorable in terms of location
and access.

The project site is along an unnamed road and is located within the planned North Tech Park district of the NCC. It is about
4.3 hectares in size, and its nearest landmark available is the Capas National Shrine, New Clark City Sports Complex, and the
National Government Administrative Center that is currently under construction.

Project Goals:

The main goal for the proposed Specialized Health and Medical Rehabilitation Center is to design a structure that is accessible,
complete, and functional to cater to the existing need of the country for a comprehensive treatment and management center
dedicated to all classification of patients required for rehabilitation and care.

Another goal was to develop designs that were environmentally responsive to its local community through the use of efficient
systems such as green roofs, green walls, and passive-cooling to decrease the commonly large carbon footprints affiliated with
hospital developments; to design the development with minimal impact as possible to the selected site by preserving the
existing vegetation and following the natural contours of the site; also, to integrate and consider the waste disposal systems to
minimize improper waste disposal among the development that could potentially harm the environment and community.

Lastly, the major goal of using Architecture to revolutionize the patients’ experience in the country as a psychologically-
pleasing journey for patients and staff through application and incorporation of the healing properties of natural light through
large transparent exterior skins; to develop bright and joyful interiors that are mentally-pleasing by using color psychology,
and to give emphasis on the users by designing a vertical structure with large common areas and open spaces to stimulate user
interaction to promote a welcoming atmosphere.

Project Goals - Design

1. A center that delivers complete and functional spaces that are sequentially located in the most accessible way possible
through proper circulation and observance of the user's activity and movement
2. A design that promotes life and wellness by creating an environment that encourages fast healing, and recovery, and
encourages user interaction by providing indoor and outdoor environments
3. A center that secures the privacy of users for the areas or activities that are confidential and require isolation from the
public to reduce the feeling of humiliation and anxiety

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4. A center that is safe and comfortable for both patients and staff of all types to lessen the risk of hazards and
increase the efficiency of work and performance
5. A center that is not only adaptive to the environmental effects and community needs but is also able to sustain to
accommodate future needs as well
6. A center that is equipped with complete and reliable utility and sanitation systems to ensure a clean and healthy environment

Design Considerations
The following considerations should be given priority:

1. Circulation and Functionality. Consideration in activity work patterns of both staff and patient to maximize work
efficiency and functionality of spaces that determine the overall plans.
2. User Experience and Interaction. Consideration of the psychological and mental effects of the environments of all users to
enhance overall user experience and encourage healthy and comfortable interactive spaces for healing and work.
3. Security and Privacy. Consideration of the privacy and confidential aspects of treatment to preserve the dignity of patients.
4. Comfort and Safety. Consideration of the accessibility of all the spaces that correspond to the needs of the users to ensure the
safety and comfort of all users within and outside the facility.
5. Low-impact Design. Consideration of the external site and community factors to ensure a sustainable and holistic design that is
responsive to its environment.
6. Sanitation and Utility. Consideration of both sanitary and utilities of the facility to ensure the welfare of the users, the
community, and the environment.

Public Policy on Building Design/Local Ordinances

Every designer must read and comply with the minimum requirements set by the law in building such structures.
Listed below are some references that will serve as your guide in your analysis and architectural programming. You
need to continuously search for other building laws that may be deemed relevant to your studies.

 PD 1096/ RA 9266
 Rule 7 & 8
 Sanitation Code
 Fire Code of the Philippines, etc.

Minimum Spatial Requirements

Identification of Functional Units

I. Herbal Medicine Services II. Reflexology Services III. Preventive Medicine Services
1. Research Supervisor with CR
2. Plant Exchange Lab. 1. Reception and Waiting Area 1. Reception & Records
3. Seed Germination Lab. 2. Reflexologist/Lounge & Locker 2. Examination Room with CR
4. Equipment Room 3. Treatment Clinic 3. Nurses’ Room with CR

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5. Lounge & Locker Room 4. Recovery & Relaxation Area 4. Seminar/Workshop Rooms
6. Trainor’s Room with CR 5. Registration 5. Comfort Rooms
7. Demonstration Room with Gallery 6. Trainer’s Room 6. Doctor’s Office with CR
8. Receiving Room 7. Comfort Rooms 7. Diagnostic with Center
9. Pharmacist 8. Department Head with CR 8. Treatment Room with CR
10.Doctor’s Office with CR 9. Admission/Receiving 9. Pharmacy and Laboratory
11.Asst. Research Supervisor 10. Examination Room with CR 10. Library with AVR
12.Tissue Culture Lab. 11. Observation Room with CR 11. X-Ray & Reading Room
13.Research Staff & Personnel 12. Training Lecture and Demo Room 12. Health Education Center
14.Dressing Room with CR 13. Trainee’s Quarter
15.Technician Room 14. Dressing Room
16.Chemist Room 15. Store Room
17.Lecture Room with AVR
18.Diagnostic Center
19.Nurse’s Station with CR
20.Prescription Laboratory

IV. Psychiatric/Psychology Services V. Acupuncture Services VI. Physical Therapy Services

1. Masseur’s Lounge & Locker Room
1. Psychiatric & Psycho-analyst Room 1. Doctor’s Room 2. Nurse’s Station
2. Dressing Room 2. Consultation & Examination 3. Dressing Room
3. Examination Room Room 4. Massage Center
4. Demonstration Room 3. Acupuncturist’s Room 5. Hygienic Exercise Area
5. Rest/Lounge-Music Room 4. Sterilization & Equipment Room 6. Wading & Swimming Area
6. Psychologist Room 5. Hot Water Service 7. Equipment Room
7. Reception/Waiting & Records 6. Director’s Office 8. Reception & Records
8. Clinic Laboratory 7. Reception/Waiting & Records 9. Doctor’s Office with CR
9. Equipment Room 8. Preparation and Dressing Rooms 10. Consultation Room
10.Medical Technician Room 9. Clinical Aides Room with CR 11. Physical Therapist Room
11.Comfort Rooms 10. Rest/Recovery Room 12. Clinical Aide’s
11. Clinic/Treatment Chamber 13. Steam Room with Boiler Room
12. Store Rooms 14. Dispensary
13. Comfort Rooms 15. Spa/Warm Bath Swedish Bath
Services
16. Lecture Room & Demonstration
Room
17. Anthropometrics Room
18. Public Comfort Rooms

VII. Administration/Services

A. Administrative B. Operations C. Finance/Budget

1. Director’s Office 1. Assistant Director 1. Budget Officer
2. Conference Room 2. Maintenance Engineer 2. Accounting
3. Information/PRO 3. Power Plant 3. Auditing
4. Security Office 4. Pump House & Water Distribution 4. Cashier’s Office
5. Personnel Manager System 5. Legal Counsel
6. Information and Promotion 5. Communication
7. Allied Health Services Coordinator 6. Janitorial Services
7. Gardener’s Quarter
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VIII. General Amenities

1. Computer Center 5. Landscaping
2. Postal Service 6. Greenhouse
3. Food Services
4. Parking Areas

Requirements for Submission:

MANUAL PRESENTATION - INDIVIDUAL
Written Reports, Computations, and Other Substantial Activities – March 22, 2024
1. Interpretation of Design Brief (Long Bond Paper)
a. Read the design problem.
b. Analyze and identify the main problem.
c. Analyze and visualize what are the expected solutions to the problems.
d. Discuss your design approach or plans on how to solve the design problems.

2. Interpretation and Application of Building Design Laws (Computations necessary for site development plan)
3. Classify the Building – Type of Occupancy. Justify
4. Research and Case Studies (Search for foreign and local similar buildings (1 each), the systems or features you are inspired
to apply in your design.
5. Spatial Requirements (What are the Design Restrictions… if there are any in Clark City, enumerate)

Written/Graphical Solutions including, but not limited to the following: Due: Mar. 22, 2024
1. Site Analysis
2. Space interrelationship
3. Space programming
4. User analysis
5. Bubble diagram

Drawing Requirements: Due: April 2, 2024

1. Concept Board: Building Name and Justification, Design Philosophy, Design Concept, Design Objectives, and
Considerations, Form Concept

Architectural Drawing Solutions (Scale may be adjusted, this is to be discussed during the synchronous meeting)
2. Schematic Site Development Plan (Scale 1: m) Due: April 2, 2024
3. Floor Plans – rehabilitation and/or recovery room (with furniture layout) (Scale: 1:25 m) Due: April 5, 2024
4. Schematic Floor Plan (Scale: 1: m) Due: April 5, 2024
5. 2 Elevations, 1 Section (Scale the same with floor plan) Due: April 9, 2024
6. Interior & Exterior Perspective (Any convenient scale) Due: April 12, 2024

Presentation Requirements:
Use 20” x 30” tracing paper (standard format of the title block, refer to NBC) - Manual drafting / Open medium of presentation