Factors to Consider

1. Architectural Design
a. PROPER Architectural Character
b. Aesthetics
c. Space Planning
- Orientation
- Accessibility
- Ergonomics
- Area Functions
d. Adaptability
e. Note Worthiness
- Unique
- Symbolic / Iconic
- Proof that Architects are the TRUE Prime Professionals of the Building Construction
Industry

2. Construction Method
a. Modern construction method / Revolutionary NEW construction method
b. Possibility of mass production
c. Assembly
- Construction
- Renovation
- Alteration
- Dismantling
d. Labor / Construction Workforce
e. Construction Duration

3. Construction Materials
a. Availability of Materials
- Local Materials
- Transportation of Materials
- Natural Resources
b. Strength of Materials
- Resistance of the material to various hazards
- Longevity of the material on a certain environment
c. Technology
- Recycled Materials
- Organic Materials
- Old (but proven effective) Technology
4. Economy
a. Cost Effective
- Cost per Floor Area vs. Other Options
- Construction Cost
o Materials
o Labor
- Maintenance/Repair/Renovation/Alteration
b. Affordability to all classes of Society (For Feasibility Studies)
- Lower Middle Class
- Working Class
- Poor
c. Effective Return of Investment

5. Green Architecture / Sustainability

a. Improved Living Conditions
- Incorporation of Nature to the Structure
- Use of natural materials / components
- Area / Activity / Component Features that promotes Healthy living
b. Minimal if not Zero Construction Foot Print / Damage to the Immediate Environment
- From Construction to Deconstruction
c. Environmentally Friendly
- Environmentally Sound All throughout the Building’s Life Span Duration
o Pre-Construction (Material/Components Fabrication)
o Construction/Production
o Post-Construction/Building Operations
o Deconstruction/Dismantling
- Anti-Pollution
o Air Pollution
o Water Pollution
o Noise Pollution
o Waste
 Storage
 Recycling
 Disposal
d. Energy Efficient
- Passive Cooling/Heating
- Natural Light and Ventilation
- Energy Harvesting
- Water Harvesting
e. Innovations
- Fusion of Nature and Architectural Theories and the Modern Technology
 f. Disaster Proof (Planning ahead to counter or at least minimize damages from life threatening / property destructing events)
- Natural Disasters
o Earthquakes
o Volcanic Eruptions
o Floods
o Storm Surges
o Tropical Cyclones
o Tsunamis
o Thunder Storms
- Man-Made Disasters
o Fires
o Hazardous Material Incidents
o Chemical / Biological Contaminations
o Transportation Accidents
o Structural Failures
o Civil Unrest
o Acts of Terrorism
o War

6. Sociological
a. General Mindset of the Target Population
- Norms
- Current Trends
- Superstitious Beliefs
- Religious Beliefs
- Education
b. Political Climate
c. Economic Climate
d. Convincing Advantages
- All of the first 5 Factor’s Effect on the Target Population
- Project’s Over-All Appeal to the General Public
- Project’s Over-All Appeal to other Architects/Architectural
Students/Designers/Engineers

7. Patriotism (Optional (but consideration will be of very great advantage))

a. Filipino Architecture
b. Filipino Culture
c. Filipino Character
d. Filipino Craftsmanship
e. Design Intended Specifically for the Filipino People
f. Distinguishable Filipino Work
g. Distinguishable Tarlaqueño