RECONSTRUCTION OF RONQUILLOS RESIDENTIAL HOUSE INTO TWOSTOREY APARTMENT BUILDING

An Undergraduate Thesis
Presented to the Faculty of
AMA Computer Learning Center (ACLC) Davao
San Felix Bldg., McArthur Highway
Matina, Davao City

In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements in
ADT700
Special Project of Architectural Drafting Technology

Jan Allan S. Salutillo

Alfred D. Mondejar

March 2016

APPROVAL SHEET

In partial fulfillment of the requirements in Architectural Drafting Technology, this

undergraduate thesis entitled RECONSTRUCTION OF RONQUILLOS
RESIDENTIAL HOUSE INTO TWO-STOREY APARTMENT BUILDING. Prepared
and submitted by Alfred D. Mondejar and Jan Allan S. Salutillo is hereby
recommended for approval and acceptance.

Engr. Kristine Kay Orito

Special Project Adviser

Approved by the panel at oral defense with a grade of

Mr. Jhon Ace M. Quibuyen

Education Coordinator

Ms. Mariefil D. Tamayo

School Director

ACKNOWLEGEMENT
The researchers would like to thank our loving God for the assistance of
everything and guidance. Also, for the knowledge and determination which is one of
the foundation and requirements to achieve and accomplish all the requirements for
the fulfillment of this course.
The researchers would also like to give their gratitude to their instructors; for
the patience being carefully extended and for the guidance that served as a light
from darkness.

DEDICATION

This work is sincerely dedicated to our families, classmates and friends simply
because to their moral and financial support in finishing the study.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Title Page

Approval Sheet

ii

Acknowledgment

iii

Dedication

IV

Table of Contents

Abstract

VI

Chapter I INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Significance of the Study
1.1.1 Community
1.1.2 User
1.1.3 Researcher
1.1.4 Future Researcher

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2
3
4
5
6
7
8

1.5 Scope and Limitation of the Study

1.5.1 Scope
1.5.2 Limitations
1.6 Definition of Terms
1.6.1 Conceptual Definition
1.6.2 Operational Definition
Chapter II REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
2.1.

Review of Related Literature

16
2.2.

Review of Related Studies

17

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11
12
13
14
15

Chapter III METHODOLOGY

3.1.

Instrumentation

19
3.2.

Design

20
3.2.1 Perspective
3.2.2 Floor Plan

18

21
22

3.2.2.1 Existing Floor Plan

3.2.2.2 Revised Floor Plan
3.2.3 Foundation Plan
3.2.4 Roof Plan
3.2.5 Front Elevation
3.2.6 Rear Elevation
3.2.7 Left/Right- side Elevation
3.2.8 Site Development Plan
3.2.9 Section A-A
3.2.10 Section B-B
3.3.
Construction Materials

CHAPTER IV ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION

CHAPTER V SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AN DISCUSSIONS
5.1.
5.2.
5.3.

Summary
Conclusion
Recommendation

BIBLIOGRAPHY

APPENDICES

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Appendix A: Special Project Proposal

Appendix B: Letter of Approval

Appendix C: Original Structure Floor Plan

Appendix D: The Structure

Appendix E: The Planning Stage

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ABSTRACT

The researchers have been given an opportunity to make concept relevant to what is
in demand nowadays when building houses is concern. They are honored to study
and create the vision of the client. They have given much time and effort to inculcate
and decide the needs of this project. With the help of Ms. Ronquillo, their client, they
came up in reconstructing her residential house into two-storey modern apartment

building design. As they gathered data there are occurrences of problems that lead
the client to reconstruction of her property. Citing the problems of how the client
came up in restoring and reconstructing her residential house located at Roxas
Blvd., Brgy. 32-D, Poblacion, Davao City are as follows: low level of ground that
cause floor damage, no proper ventilation due to wrong house orientation, and
unstable roofing due to old and improper foundations.

The proposed two-story apartment building design is not new to the costumer since
she owned a hotel business. Reconstruction of the house will determine the parts
and labels of each floor since it was demanded by the client to create a two-story
house. The first floor will be subjected to have one car garage, porch, living room,
dining area, kitchen, toilet and laundry area and the second floor has one bedroom,
one toilet and bath, family area and a grand terrace. Our main benefactor which is
Ms. Ronquillo ensured us to create a well ground and conducive for living for the
renters since it is his main reason, to have a simple shelter yet relaxing, safe and
convenient.

This project will not be possible without the help and cooperation of the community
where the reconstruction located who also one of most important agents of this
proposal since this study will serve as an example of how is it possible to reconstruct
an old house to a new two story aparment design integrated with modern scheme.
Also, to the users who will inhabit and determine the satisfactory and success of this
project. For us researchers who are accountable to meet the desired project of our

client has the most help since it helps us to build our skills in proposing beautiful
houses. By the help of software programs such as; AutoCAD 2015, Google
SkechUp, and this is a way to a fast success of our proposal

CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION

Nowadays, people
1.1.

Background of the Study

The site is located at Roxas Blvd., Brgy. 32-D, Poblacion, Davao City. It

has a lot area of sixty square meters. It is a five to twenty minutes of travel
going around downtown area using a private transportation and ten-thirty
minutes of travel via public transportation depending on the traffic.

The client bought the lot on year 2003, for the reason of wanting to
have a house. They chose the said location for the proposed project because
it is near to their hotel business. But as several years passed, the client
decided to have a new business which is compatible to the area.
The researcher proposed two-storey modern apartment building
because the area is surrounded by different business firms.

1.2.
Statement of the Problem
This part of the study states the specific problems:
1.2.1. The location has no space for parking area.
1.2.2. There is no ventilation because of wrong house orientation.
1.2.3. The house has no fire exit.

1.3.
Objective of the Study
This part of the study states the specific objective:
1.3.1. To provide space for the carport.
1.3.2. To create a proper house orientation facing from north to west that will
create a ventilation.
1.3.3. To create space at the back to make it as a runway in case of
1.4.

emergency.
Significance of the Study

Community
The study will serve as an example of a safe, comfortable and
convenient apartment.

User
The study will be beneficial to the renters because they will have a
secure and livable shelter.

Researcher
The study will enable the researchers to enhance and develop their
skills in design and in drafting. This research will also let the researchers
upgrade their creativity in every aspect of architectural design and drafting.
Future Researcher
The study will let the future researchers gain an updated basis and
information on how to conduct a good construction project by applying new
facts found in the study.

1.5 Scope and Limitation

The scope of the study covers the planning and designing two
storey apartment building based on what the client wants.
The limitations of this study will only be upon the designing and
drafting of the residential building. Also, cost estimation will not be
provided by the proponents.
1.6 Definition of Terms
1.6.1 Conceptual Definition
Every definition below was taken from dictionary meaning.
AutoCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) program used for 2-D
and 3-D design and drafting. AutoCAD is developed and marketed by
Autodesk Inc. and was one of the initial CAD programs that could be
executed on a personal computers. (technopedia, 2015)

SketchUp A 3D modelling program from Google that is known for its

ease of use. Used for architectural purposes as well as films and
games, designs are created in two dimensions, which, using a
patented method, are pushed and pulled into three dimensions.
Introduced in 2000 by @Last Software, Google acquired the company
in 2006. Google 3D warehouse is a central portal where anyone can
contribute 3D components for sketchUp users. SketchUp is also noted
for its integration with Google Earth. Buildings can be extracted from
Google Earth and stored as models in 3D Warehouse for future
SketchUp designs. (pcmag, 2015)
Dimension - A measure of spatial extent. Example: width, height, or
length. (Merriam-webster, 2015)
Scale Scale in drawing refers to the proportion or ratio that defines
size

relationships.

Models,

architectural

plans,

maps

and

paintings/drawings all use scale to create the illusion of correct size

relationships between objects and figures. (Creativeglossary, 2015)
1.6.2 Operational Definition
Terms below are based on its functionality to the study.
AutoCAD This drafting software is helpful in utilizing time and is
efficient because of its power to maximize productivity. AutoCAD saves
time drastically because digital drafting is easy and convenient to use
that the manual or traditional drafting.
SketchUP similar with AutoCAD, this drafting software specializes on
the aesthetic part of the design plan, making concepts turn into a
reality through rendered materials which are then presented to clients.

Dimension

exact

dimensions

are

needed

to

know

the

measurements of the structure being dealt with. The width, length and
height must be clearly specified.
Scale scale is relevant to dimension. However, sale is provided when
the dimensions are already classified. This gives the viewer a certain
surveying materal (e.g maps, vicinity posters, etc). This is also a
precise concept of how huge or small a certain object is.

CHAPTER II
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

2.1.

Related Literature

The article considers the problem of great amount of communal

apartments in Saint-Petersburg. There are several types of a settling
program. One of the types is considered in this project, when the apartments
in the old houses are purchased by people with high incomes who are able to
resettle communal apartments. This project considered apartment in the
Meltzers apartment house. Mainly practical things were developed, like a
rational replan of the initial project, a certain amount of rooms with determined
purposes, architectural and planning division of the apartment into guest and
personal zones. As a result of reconstruction, initial compartment areas are
recovered by combining the later created rooms. Long and narrow corridors
converted into spacious halls.

2.2.

Related Studies
2.2.1. Residential
The characteristic of the residential areas in the city has undergone
dynamic changes mainly due to commercialization. Thus, urban lifestyle and

house form experiences a series of alteration and adjustment in its planning,

organization and hierarchy of space, and faade treatment, that correspond to
the changing habits and activities as opposed to traditional behavior. By
considering the present situation of Dhan mondi Residential Area (DRA) in
the city of Dhaka, the study considers the extent to which residential
structures has transformed into apartments including physical characteristics,
fragmentation of pattern of usage, informal development, among other
factors. The approach was to search the factors that contribute significantly to
the emergence of apartment through residential transformation and how it
becomes well suited in the local housing market. The time period dealt with in
this study ranges from 1980s when the apartments first introduced in the
housing history of the city and advanced in the subsequent years. The study
was based on the field survey conducted in 2006 in DRA. To conduct the
study, a total of 256 multi-storied buildings are considered in the study area.
The field survey covers the statistics of present building stocks, height and
pattern of use of multi-storied apartments. Published reports, bulletin, journals
and newspapers were the sources of secondary data relevant to household
income, expenditure, housing cost and affordability. A combination of
quantitative and qualitative data analysis was used to grasp a better
understanding of the real picture that exists in the study area.

2.2.2 Housing

According to Marine Ballesteros, Rental housing, opening doors for

low- income households. Owning a house has always been associated to
affluence, security and stability. Many people would delay buying but would
really save in their lifetime just to have a place that they can call their own.
Especially for a family homeownership is very important resource given the
economic, psychological and social benefits it offer.

CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGY

This chapter showcased

the

instrumentation, proposed design and

construction materials that are vital to the present study.

3.1.

Instrumentation
The tools/utilities that the researchers used for the instrumentation of
the study are:
Autodesk AutoCad 2014 this software uses by proponents to draw the
floor plan of the structure.
Google SketchUp Pro uses for 3D modeling and to design the proposed
project.

3.2.

Design
The creative yet functional idea of the researchers presents possible solution
for the presented statement of the problems with the consent of the clients in
response of their desires and needs.

3.2.1 The Perspective

3.2.2 Floor Plan

Existing Floor Plan

Revised Floor Plan

GROUND FLOOR PLAN (2D)

SECOND FLOOR PLAN (2D)

3.2.3 Foundation Plan

3.2.4 Roof Plan

3.2.5 Front Elevation

3.2.6 Rear Elevation

3.2.7 Left/Right- side Elevation

3.2.8 Site Development Plan

3.2.9 Section A-A

3.2.10 Section B-B

3.3.

Construction Materials
Below are the lists of materials that can be used.

3.3.1. Concrete- A wet mixture of sand, gravel, cement and water which is
used to create building foundations, footpaths or roads, and other elements in
building construction. The wet mixture dries to create a strong, solid material.
3.3.2. Steel- A strong metal that is mostly made of iron used for large
structure such as bridges.
3.3.3. Wood- The hard fibrous material forming the trunk or branches of a
tree, which is used to create timber for construction.
3.3.4. Aluminum- A light, silvery metal, ideal for portable structures.
3.3.5. Glass- A smooth, hard brittle transparent material.

CHAPTER IV
ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION

This chapter takes the analytical studies of the proposed project, and its
discussion about This presents the results and discussion of the study and
connects it with the related literature and studies.
5.1.

5.2.

Analysis
5.1.1.
Implementing the proposed space for the carport.
5.1.2.
Implementing the house orientation to have a ventilation.
5.1.3.
Creating the space for the runway of emergency exits.

Discussion
5.2.1.

After creating space for the carport, it can easily park and it has

a safety space for cars.

5.2.2.
After implementing the house orientation facing from north to
west, it has proper ventilation of air.
5.2.3.
After the space created for the fire exit, it has a secure and
comfortable way in case of emergency.

CHAPTER V
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

This chapter contains the summary of findings after the accumulated data has
been presented and analyze in the previous chapter. The conclusion derived was

based from the interpretations and recommendations given apathy from the result
and conclusions obtained.

5.1.

Summary
This chapter shows the reconstruction of residential house to a new
modern apartment building that can cope up to its surroundings. It features
the direction and proper orientation of house. It features also the safety and

5.2.

proper way of designing the building.

Conclusion
The most significant conclusion to be drawn as a result of this study is
the outcome of the design, in spite of all the efforts that the researchers

5.3.

made, it has been shown that the modern type of design was achieved.
Recommendation
Using software technology in this project is very important such as
Autodesk AutoCAD 2015 and Google Sketch up Pro 2015. Researcher uses
this method to assure the details of the plan.

To the professors/ Instructors.

They must see to it that they encourage and influence their students to
enhance the knowledge, accomplishments, and capability as required by their
field.
To the Students
They must see to it that they infer the importance of being empowered
and how technical skills contribute to their future.
To the future researchers

To satisfy clients, ask the purpose and the function of the desired
structure to be reconstructed. Always put function before anything else.
Design comes next after the function.
To the Clients
To undergo a reconstruction process, the financial aspects of the
project must always be considered. The cost is as important as the design.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A

APPENDIX B

AMA COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER

San Felix Bldg., Mc Arthur Highway Matina, Davao City
LETTER OF APPROVAL
(for Oral Defense)

To whom it may concern:

Greetings!
The undersigned ACLC students of Architectural Drafting Technology/HAC have
accomplished their Special Project entitled Reconstruction of Ronquillos residential
house into two-storey apartment building in partial fulfillment of the course.

In this connection, we would like to ask for your approval; allowing the students to
undergo a Special Project Defense on February 22, 2016 at 5:30- 6:30 P.M. in room
1B of ACLC Davao.
We are hoping for your kind consideration and approval in this matter.
Thank you and more power to your administration.

Respectfully yours,
Jan Allan S. Salutillo
Proponent

Alfred D. Mondejar
Proponent

Checked by:

Noted by:

Technical Writing Adviser

Kristine Kay Orito

Special Project Adviser

Recommending Approval:

Approved by:

Mr. Jhon Ace M. Quibuyen

Education Coordinator

Ms. Mariefil D. Tamayo

School Director
APPENDIX C

APPENDIX D

APPENDIX E

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