5.2.4.
Material Concept
The material concept of the proposed project should focus on but not limit itself to the following materials:
Since the Architectural Character of the proposed Cultural Language Heritage Center is Modern Filipino
Architecture, it is important that the project should utilize improved and modernized local materials that can
be found within the country to lessen the carbon footprint it emits.
BUILDING MATERIALS AND FINISHES
Wood Veneered Wall and Ceiling Panels
Wood veneers are thin slices of natural wood that are typically less than 1/40" thick.
Typically, these veneers are pressed onto thicker core materials such as plywood to
create structural panels that can be used in place of thicker hardwood lumber.
Available in the Philippines
Engineered Bamboo
It is made from bamboo that has been processed and treated to improve its
strength, durability, and resistance to fire and pests. Engineered bamboo can be
used for a variety of applications, including flooring, walls, ceilings, furniture, and
structural components.
Available in the Philippines
Engineered coconut lumber
presents a promising alternative to traditional timber, offering sustainability,
versatility, and economic benefits.
Available in the Philippines
Bamboo
Bamboo has been an integral part of Philippine architecture for centuries, serving as
a versatile and sustainable building material for a wide range of structures, from
traditional dwellings to modern high-rise buildings. Its abundance, strength,
Available in the Philippines flexibility, and aesthetic appeal have made it a cornerstone of Filipino craftsmanship
and cultural heritage.
Solar Control Glass
The latest double glazing window solutions for solar control reflect and filter the
sun’s rays, allowing natural daylight into the room, but without uncomfortable visual
Available in the Philippines
glare. Rooms can be kept cooler during sunny periods, reducing the need for air-
conditioning.
Concrete Skin Facade Panels
It is built with glass fiber-reinforced concrete. These 13mm thin panels wrap
smoothly over buildings, corners, and edges, creating a unique material flow visible
Available in the Philippines in a continuous and monolithic aesthetic.
Permeable Pavements
Type of that allows rainfall to percolate to an underlying reservoir base where
rainfall is either infiltrated to underlying soils or removed by a subsurface drain.
Available in the Philippines
Adobe Stone Wall
Adobe stone walls are a common architectural feature in the Philippines, where they
have been used for centuries to build homes, churches, and other structures. Adobe
is a natural building material made from earth and straw, and it is a sustainable and
Available in the Philippines
affordable option for construction. Adobe walls are also known for their thermal
properties, which help to keep buildings cool in the hot Philippine climate.
Fiber Cement
Fibre cement is a composite building and construction material, used mainly
in roofing and facade products because of its strength and durability.
Available in the Philippines
Interior Wood Flooring
It has a real wood surface layer and an engineered core and is a more durable
alternative to solid hardwood flooring. You get the warmth and beauty of genuine
wood planks with the added benefit of durability and water-resistant.
Available in the Philippines
Polished Concrete
Walls Polished concrete walls are watertight and therefore free of fungi, limescale,
and mold, making them ideal for toilets, bathrooms, kitchens, and heavy-duty
environments such as hotels, offices, or hospitality venues.
Available in the Philippines
Acoustic Wood Panels
Acoustic panels are decorative wood panels that absorb sound. This can be used to
improve a room's or space's acoustics
Available in the Philippines
Triple Glazed
A window with three panes of glass and two insulating sealed spaces, offering the
ultimate energy efficiency. The frame includes a thermal insert in the mainframe
chamber to create smaller chambers and reduce heat loss.
Available in the Philippines
Low E-Glass
Reflect heat and improve windows' thermal performance, lower heating and cooling
costs, allow natural light inside and work in almost any climate while being cost-
effective, non-toxic and long-lasting
Available in the Philippines
Asphalt Concrete
Creates the smooth, quiet ride the public enjoys and increases fuel efficiency,
reduces wear and tear on vehicles, and leads to longer pavement life. Asphalt has
low initial costs, lasts longer, and due to its recyclability, has residual value greater
than other pavements.
Available in the Philippines
Curtain Wall
Act as the skin of the building. It is the non-structural outer covering that encloses
the building.
Available in the Philippines
Adjustable Louvres
As the name implies, adjustable louvers are louvers with adjustable blades. Each
blade will rotate along an internal axle that is tied to the louver’s linkage.
Awning Window
Fixed Window
Table 1 Building Materials and Finishes