DIVINE WORD COLLEGE OF CALAPAN

School of Engineering

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
EARTHQUAKE LOAD

SUBMITTED BY:
DE CASTRO, MERIANE M.
51844

SUBMITTED TO:
ENGR. JOHN KENNETH H. BUENSALIDAD
INSTRUCTOR
PROFESSIONAL COURSE-SPECIALIZED 1 (EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING)
COURSE
 TABLE OF CONTENT

I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
II. LOAD SPECIFICATION
DEAD LOAD
LIVE LOAD
EARTHQUAKE LOAD
III. MEMBER SPECIFICATION
COLUMN
BEAM
SLAB
IV. LOADING DIAGRAM
DEAD LOAD
LIVE LOAD
EARTHQUAKE LOAD
V. IRREGULARITY
DRIFT
SOFT
VI. READY FOR MEMBER DESIGN
 Project Description

The Proposed 3-Storey Commercial Building is a reinforced-concrete structure

designed to provide flexible, code-compliant spaces for multiple tenants while prioritizing life

safety, accessibility, and resilience in an earthquake-prone context. The project comprises a

Ground Floor, Second Floor, Third Floor, and a Roof Deck, with coordinated architectural floor

plans and full exterior elevations (front, rear, right, and left) to guide permitting and construction.

Project Objectives

 Deliver a durable, low-maintenance commercial shell suitable for retail, service, or office

uses.

 Achieve efficient circulation, barrier-free access, and clear tenant demarcation on all

levels.

 Integrate structural and architectural strategies to enhance seismic performance and

post-event functionality.

Site and Planning

 Urban infill orientation with a clearly articulated front elevation for signage and customer

entry, and a simplified rear elevation for service access.

 Building footprint and massing optimized for a regular plan to improve structural behavior

during seismic events.

 Setbacks and façade modulation calibrated for streetscape compatibility and natural light.

Architectural Program

 Ground Floor: High-clearance commercial/retail bays with direct street access, provision

for universal entry, and back-of-house/service areas.

 Second Floor: Flexible open-plan spaces adaptable to offices, clinics, or instructional

uses; shared core for vertical circulation and services.

 Third Floor: Additional tenant spaces or specialty uses; provision for meeting rooms and

storage as needed.

 Roof Deck: Accessible roof deck planned for limited assembly, building services

placement, or future solar integration; perimeter protection and controlled access

provided.

Circulation and Accessibility

 Centralized vertical circulation core with stairs serving all levels; stair geometry and

landings designed to meet life-safety egress requirements.

corridors and door widths for barrier-free movement.

 Logical wayfinding through façade hierarchy, lobby/entry emphasis, and consistent

interior layouts.

Structural and Seismic Design Approach

 Primary system: Cast-in-place reinforced concrete frames with shear walls strategically

located to resist lateral loads.

 Regular grids, continuous load paths, and ductile detailing to improve seismic energy

dissipation and limit damage.

 Robust foundation system sized for local geotechnical conditions; drift control and soft-

story avoidance prioritized.

 Nonstructural components detailed to reduce hazards from falling elements and to

maintain egress integrity.

Building Envelope and Aesthetics

 Clean, contemporary elevations with balanced fenestration for daylight while controlling

heat gain.

 Durable exterior finishes suitable for urban exposure and simplified maintenance.

 Parapets and roof-edge protections designed for wind and seismic anchorage.

Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Provisions

 Space allocations for future tenant MEP fit-outs with dedicated shafts and service zones

per floor.

 Energy-efficient lighting and HVAC-ready infrastructure; roof deck capacity for

condensers or solar PV.

 Adequate plumbing risers for multi-tenant restrooms; cleanouts and service access

planned for maintenance.

Fire and Life Safety

 Two protected egress paths where required, with compliant travel distances and exit

discharge to the public way.

 Compartmentation, fire-rated enclosures for stairs and shafts, and provisions for alarm

and detection systems.

 Material selection and interior finishes targeted to meet flame spread and smoke

development limits.

Sustainability and Operations

upgrades.

 Water-efficient plumbing fixtures and rainwater management consistent with local

regulations.

 Flexible floor plates designed for long-term adaptability and reduced lifecycle costs.

Deliverables and Coordination

 Architectural drawings include Ground Floor, Second Floor, Third Floor, and Roof Deck

plans plus four-side elevations to support permitting, bidding, and construction.

 Coordination with structural and MEP disciplines is assumed for detailed construction

documents, specifications, and code compliance verification.

This three-storey commercial building balances tenant flexibility with resilient design,

providing a safe, efficient, and adaptable asset for community-serving businesses.