Contemporary Filipino Architecture Quiz

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Which architectural style emphasizes functionality and simplicity, often featuring a single-storey design with verandas?

  • Bungalow (correct)
  • Bahay na Bato
  • Filipino Mediterranean
  • Sustainable and Green Architecture

What is a key characteristic of the 'City Beautiful' movement in urban planning, as it applied to the Philippines?

  • Prioritization of sustainability and environmental considerations.
  • Emphasis on traditional Filipino architectural elements.
  • Creation of grand boulevards and civic centers, promoting order and beauty. (correct)
  • Integration of high-rise condominiums into urban landscapes.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Filipino Mediterranean architectural style?

  • Balconies, courtyards, and archways to enhance the breezy atmosphere.
  • Large exterior windows and open-style layout for better ventilation.
  • Emphasis on traditional bahay na bato elements. (correct)
  • Stucco finishes and terracotta roofs.

What is the primary purpose of using indigenous materials like bamboo and nipa palm in sustainable architecture?

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What is a key principle of passive design, a core concept in sustainable and green architecture?

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of Tropical Modernism architecture?

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What is the main concept behind 'Fusion of Cultural Elements' in contemporary Filipino architecture?

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What is the main purpose of incorporating 'Smart Home Features' into modern housing?

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What is a significant challenge related to housing in the Philippines?

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of tech-enhanced security in modern housing?

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Which of the following housing options are characterized by a high number of units and floors, and are the most common type in the Philippines?

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What is the key difference between commercial apartments and high-rise apartments, based on the provided text?

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What type of housing is primarily designed to address the housing needs of low-income families?

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Which of the following characteristics directly contributes to the heterogeneous nature of the housing market?

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What is the term used to describe the tendency of housing markets to lack readily available information about supply and demand?

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Which traditional Filipino housing structure is known for its elevated design and use of bamboo?

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What is the traditional housing structure of the Isneg people called?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mixed-use developments?

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What is the primary reason for the high land price in the Quinta Monroy Housing project?

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Which housing type is most commonly found in the Philippines?

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What is one of the solutions implemented in Quinta Monroy Housing to address the issue of inefficient land use?

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Which of the following features is NOT a shared amenity typically found in condominiums?

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What is the main advantage of the Savonnerie Heymans Public Housing project's adaptive reuse of a soap factory?

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What is the primary architectural style of townhouses?

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What is the main difference between a bungalow and a townhouse?

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How does the Housing project promote interaction between occupants?

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What type of housing is described as having a row of identical or mirror-image houses sharing side walls, with start and end units referred to as 'end terrace'?

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Which housing type is most likely to fit well in a single-family neighborhood and be designed to compliment the scale, height, and size of neighboring structures?

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What type of housing is characterized by sharing a common wall, usually mirrored, and having little variation in visual character?

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Which of these housing types is considered efficient in the use of space and commonly found in densely populated areas?

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Which type of housing is typically found in traditional residential neighborhoods with a large number of corner lots and alleys?

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What is the key characteristic of 'end terrace' units in terraced housing?

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Which type of apartment is characterized by having 12-40 units per building, 3-4 floors, and an interior way?

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Which of these is NOT considered a potentially appropriate neighborhood for terraced housing?

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What percentage of Filipinos are expected to be living in Metro Manila and other cities by 2050?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the housing crisis in the Philippines?

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What is the primary reason for the continuous demand for affordable housing units in the Philippines?

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Which of these issues is NOT directly linked to the housing crisis in the Philippines?

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What is a significant consequence of the limited availability of affordable housing in the Philippines?

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What is the approximate increase in the number of people living in slums in Metro Manila each year?

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What is the main challenge faced by the government with regards to the 115,000 units of public housing built in rural areas?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the housing crisis faced by the Philippines?

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Flashcards

Bungalow

A low-rise house with a pitched roof, often featuring a yard and garden, common in the Philippines.

Townhouse

A modern, low to mid-rise building often with commercial space below, found in urban areas.

Condominiums

Contemporary homes that offer shared amenities like pools and gyms, usually in city centers.

Quinta Monroy Housing

A housing project in Chile designed to settle 100 families on 5000 sqm, addressing high land costs and community needs.

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Adaptive Reuse

The process of repurposing buildings for new uses, as seen in the Savonnerie Heymans project.

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Public Housing Project

Housing designed to provide affordable units, such as the Savonnerie Heymans in Brussels.

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Community Participation

Involvement of residents in decision-making for housing solutions, enhancing efficiency and satisfaction.

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High-density Social Housing

Residential complexes designed to support interactions among occupants, fostering community links.

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Duplex Housing

A pair of houses built side by side sharing a common wall, usually mirrored.

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Terraced Housing

Row houses or townhouses sharing side walls, typically identical or mirrored in design.

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Compact Design

An efficient use of space often found in densely populated areas like row houses.

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End Terrace

The start and end units in a row of terraced houses, distinct from the middle units.

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Multi-Sensory Structures

Designs that engage multiple senses in their appeal, often seen in modern housing.

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Low-Rise Apartments

Apartment buildings with 12-40 units, typically 3-4 floors high.

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High-Rise Apartments

Tall apartment buildings, common in urban areas, typically more than 8 floors.

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Single-Family Neighborhood

A type of neighborhood designed to accommodate individual houses, maintaining a residential character.

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Bahay na Bato

A fusion of Filipino and Spanish architectural elements with a stone lower floor and wooden upper floor.

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American Urban Planning

Influenced Philippine city layouts with concepts like order, beautification, and civic centers.

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Modern Urban Housing

High-rise condominiums and apartments designed for urban living in cities.

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Filipino Mediterranean Style

Architecture featuring stucco finishes, arches, and terracotta roofs to enhance warmth and elegance.

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Sustainable Materials

Use of local materials like bamboo and nipa palm supports sustainability in housing.

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Indigenous Materials

Use of local materials in construction to reduce carbon footprint.

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Tropical Modernism

Architectural style featuring open-plan layouts and integration of nature.

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Cultural Fusion in Design

Mixing traditional Filipino elements with contemporary aesthetics.

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Smart Home Features

Home systems that increase efficiency and convenience using technology.

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Urbanization Rate in the Philippines

Increase in urban population from 45.3% in 2010 to 51.2% in 2015.

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Commercial Apartments

Vertical mixed-use buildings with 25-100 units and 3-5 floors.

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Social Housing

Government-funded housing projects aimed at low-income families, providing affordable living.

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Mixed-use Developments

Urban areas combining residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial spaces for self-sustaining communities.

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Heterogeneous Housing Stock

Diverse collection of homes within a market, with varying designs and ages.

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Bahay Kubo

Traditional Filipino house with an elevated design made of bamboo and open spaces.

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Regional Variations of Housing

Different traditional houses in the Philippines, like Apayao and Ifugao designs.

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Urbanization Effects

The consequences of increased city populations, including inadequate housing, pollution, and crime.

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Housing Backlog

The gap between the demand for housing units and the actual supply available.

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Mass Housing

Large-scale housing projects aimed to provide affordable residences to the population.

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Geographical Segregation

The separation of communities based on location, often increasing travel distances for work.

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Low-Income Housing

Affordable housing solutions designed to support lower-income individuals and families.

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Urban Sprawl

The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural land.

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Housing Crisis

A severe shortage of affordable housing often resulting from rapid urbanization.

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Public Housing Units

Government-funded housing designed to support low-income families, often underutilized in rural areas.

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Study Notes

Housing Definition and Significance

  • Housing is defined as structures and spaces for shelter, providing security and a sense of belonging.
  • Basic needs include protection and safety.
  • Private spaces are important for psychological well-being.
  • Housing shapes communities and social structures.
  • Housing contributes to economic development.
  • Maslow's hierarchy of needs places self-actualization at the top, followed by esteem, love/belonging, safety, and physiological needs (including shelter).

History/Evolution of Housing

  • Early housing evolved from caves and rock shelters to more developed structures.
  • Lean-to shelters, pre-colonial shelters (twigs, leaves, supported branches), and temporary shelters (easily dismantled and carried) were common.
  • Nipa huts (Bahay Kubo) were prevalent, made of nipa and bamboo.
  • Stone houses (Bahay na bato) emerged during the Spanish colonial period, featuring stone foundations, wooden upper storeys, tiled roofs and Capiz-shell windows.

Case Studies on Housing

  • Quinta Monroy Housing (Chile): aimed to settle 100 families in 5000 square meters, facing high land prices.
  • Savonnerie Heymans Public Housing (Brussels): renovated a soap factory into low-income housing.

Housing Typology

  • Bungalow: American colonial style, low-rise structure with a pitched roof and a yard.
  • Townhouse: modern housing, often multi-story, commonly found in cities.
  • Condominiums: contemporary, "classier" than apartments with shared amenities.

Other Housing Types from the Text

  • Residential units
  • Affordable housing
  • Apartments
  • Townhouses
  • Housing that is designed to be appropriate for pedestrians and public transportation
  • High rise buildings
  • Terraced Housing/Townhouses

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