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What is the primary focus of adaptive reuse in urban design?
What is the primary focus of adaptive reuse in urban design?
Which concept involves the protection of buildings or sites that are historically important?
Which concept involves the protection of buildings or sites that are historically important?
What does vertical circulation in a building primarily facilitate?
What does vertical circulation in a building primarily facilitate?
What term describes the study of spatial behavior in physical spaces across social contexts?
What term describes the study of spatial behavior in physical spaces across social contexts?
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Which design principle aims to reduce heat without mechanical systems?
Which design principle aims to reduce heat without mechanical systems?
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What is the primary goal of the Urban Heat Island Effect mitigation strategies?
What is the primary goal of the Urban Heat Island Effect mitigation strategies?
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Which term refers to the combination of natural and cultural resources in an area?
Which term refers to the combination of natural and cultural resources in an area?
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What is the role of lighting design in architecture?
What is the role of lighting design in architecture?
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Which principle does Jane Jacobs advocate for in urban design?
Which principle does Jane Jacobs advocate for in urban design?
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What does the concept of 'Right to the City' promote?
What does the concept of 'Right to the City' promote?
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What process involves returning a building to its original state using period-appropriate materials?
What process involves returning a building to its original state using period-appropriate materials?
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What characteristic defines walkable cities?
What characteristic defines walkable cities?
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In urban design, what does participatory design involve?
In urban design, what does participatory design involve?
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What does biophilic design aim to achieve?
What does biophilic design aim to achieve?
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Which aspect does socio-cultural design focus on?
Which aspect does socio-cultural design focus on?
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What does inclusive design emphasize?
What does inclusive design emphasize?
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What is the primary goal of low-income housing?
What is the primary goal of low-income housing?
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What is a characteristic of medium-density housing?
What is a characteristic of medium-density housing?
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Which of the following best describes mixed-use development?
Which of the following best describes mixed-use development?
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What is the purpose of stormwater management systems?
What is the purpose of stormwater management systems?
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What is a key principle of circular economy in architecture?
What is a key principle of circular economy in architecture?
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Which approach is central to energy efficiency in building design?
Which approach is central to energy efficiency in building design?
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What does passive design in architecture use to improve indoor comfort?
What does passive design in architecture use to improve indoor comfort?
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What is a defining feature of transit-oriented development?
What is a defining feature of transit-oriented development?
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What principle emphasizes the importance of design processes driven by local residents?
What principle emphasizes the importance of design processes driven by local residents?
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Which concept promotes the integration of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces?
Which concept promotes the integration of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces?
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Which model encourages the development of self-sufficient communities surrounded by greenbelts?
Which model encourages the development of self-sufficient communities surrounded by greenbelts?
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Who argued for the idea that everyone should have a say in city design and usage?
Who argued for the idea that everyone should have a say in city design and usage?
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What is the primary focus of the concept 'Placemaking'?
What is the primary focus of the concept 'Placemaking'?
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Which of the following strategies is aimed at reducing reliance on private vehicles?
Which of the following strategies is aimed at reducing reliance on private vehicles?
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What does the term 'Urban Heat Island Effect' refer to?
What does the term 'Urban Heat Island Effect' refer to?
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Which design strategy utilizes prefabricated and interchangeable components?
Which design strategy utilizes prefabricated and interchangeable components?
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Study Notes
Adaptive Reuse
- Transforming old buildings for new purposes, maintaining historical or cultural significance.
Architectural Heritage
- Structures, sites, or spaces of historical or architectural importance defining a community's identity.
Cultural Landscape
- A blend of natural and cultural resources in a geographical area reflecting human history and interaction with the environment.
Heritage Conservation
- Efforts to protect and maintain historical buildings, ensuring their cultural significance for future generations.
Historic Preservation
- Safeguarding buildings by maintaining or restoring them.
Proxemics
- The study of spatial behavior and how people interact with physical spaces in different social contexts.
Restoration
- Returning a building to its original state using original materials and techniques.
Carbon Footprint Reduction
- Strategies to minimize greenhouse gas emissions related to materials, building construction, and operation.
Environmental Impact Assessment
- Evaluating a project's potential environmental effects and identifying mitigation measures.
Flood Mitigation
- Designing systems like levees, retention basins, or permeable surfaces to manage risks and reduce flood risks.
Ermita Renewal
- Projects aimed at improving Manila's historical district.
Intramuros Conservation
- Efforts to preserve and enhance the historic walled city of Manila.
Philippine Green Building Code
- Standards for sustainable construction practices within the local context.
Sustainable Urbanism
- Urban planning approaches to address the unique challenges of Philippine cities.
Community Led-Design Process
- Design process driven by local residents to ensure project alignment with their aspirations.
Participatory Design
- Actively involving community members in design processes to reflect their preferences and aspirations.
Site Development
- Site preparation for construction, including grading, drainage, and access planning.
Urban Renewal
- Redevelopment of urban areas to address issues like over-crowding, infrastructure deterioration, obsolescence.
Building Utilities
- Essential services like plumbing, electrical wiring, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
Structural Conceptualization
- Designing the structural framework of a building to ensure stability and durability.
Passive Cooling Systems
- Design techniques preventing heat through natural ventilation, shading, and thermal mass.
Circular Economy
- Designing for waste reduction by reusing materials, recycling, and resource efficiency.
Renewable Energy Systems
- Systems using sustainable sources (solar panels, wind turbines, geothermal).
Building Automation
- Using smart technologies to manage and optimize building systems.
Life Cycle Assessment
- Evaluating the environmental impact of a building throughout its life.
Lighting and Temperature Control
- Artificial and natural light optimization for building functionality.
Acoustic Design
- Designing spaces to control sound, ensuring clarity & comfort
Vertical Circulation
- Designs (elevators, stairs, ramps) enabling movement between building levels.
Community Planning
- Strategic design and development of spaces addressing community needs.
Sustainable Drainage Systems
- Water management approaches mimicking natural processes to reduce runoff pollution.
Low-Income Housing
- Affordable housing designed to meet the needs of economically disadvantaged groups.
Medium-Density Housing
- Residential developments with moderate population densities, balancing urban living with open spaces.
Mixed-Use Development
- Combining commercial, residential, and recreational spaces in neighborhoods.
Biophilic Design
- Integrating natural elements into building designs to enhance occupant well-being.
Designing with Nature
- Aligning architectural solutions with natural processes and features to create harmonious environments.
Green Building Concepts
- Strategies reducing the environmental impact of buildings through energy efficiency and sustainable materials.
Inclusive Design
- Creating accessible and usable spaces for all.
Walkable Neighborhoods
- Designing communities prioritizing pedestrian safety and accessibility.
Urban Heat Island Effect
- Managing temperature rise in urban areas, using green spaces & reflective materials.
Walkable Cities
- Cities designed with safe and accessible pathways, promoting walking.
Asian Cities Design
- Designing cities to reflect regional cultural and climatic aspects.
Binondo Redevelopment
- Revitalization efforts in an historic Chinatown.
Urban Planning (various)
- Emphasis on density and accessibility.
- Mixed-use communities.
- Public open spaces (parks, plazas)
- Community use and recreation spaces.
Resiliency Theory in Urban Design
- Designing cities that can recover quickly from disasters or adapt to changing conditions (e.g., climate change).
Urbanism (various)
- Theories and models (e.g., Garden City, network cities) influencing urban design
- Social interactions and spatial design.
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Explore the concepts of adaptive reuse, heritage conservation, and historic preservation in this quiz. Delve into the importance of maintaining architectural heritage and understanding cultural landscapes. Test your knowledge on how these practices impact the environment and community identity.
