Planning 01

PLANNING
SITE PLANNING AND LANDSCAPING

SITE PLANNING
Site planning involves arranging structures on the
land and shaping spaces between them. It is an art
linked to architecture and city planning. Useful
spaces with respect to functions are being created
in the process and the character of the site is
THE SITE
accentuated.
The site plan locates objects and activities in

space and time. It may be concerned with a small
cluster of houses, a single building, and the
surrounding space, or a small community
built in a single operation.
PURPOSE
To learn and practice a logical method of
fitting design programs and sites
harmoniously
To understand the site development To collect information and data

process by observing natural and human concerning planning or design issue.
factors affecting the form and appearance
of the environment.
To make up recommendations for issues
at hand and draw up guidelines for
planning, architecture and landscape
disciplines
SITE ANALYSIS Site analysis is an element in site planning
and design
An inventory completed as a preparatory

step to site planning, a form of urban
planning which involves research, analysis,
and synthesis.
This branches into the boundaries of

architecture, landscape, engineering, real
estate development, economics, and
urban planning disciplines.
GOALS OF SITE ANALYSIS
To achieve a successful design, site analysis is a must and should be done carefully.
Site analysis involves taking an inventory of site

elements and analyzing these factors relative to
the client's needs and aims.
Gather relevant information about the properties
of the site, from topography to climate to wind
pattern and vegetation.
Analyze these features and incorporate them into
the design.
PROCESS & ELEMENTS
ANALYSIS PHASE
RESEARCH PHASE SYNTHESIS PHASE
NEIGHBORHOOD
CONTEXT SIZE & ZONING SENSORY
LOCATION SUBSURFACE, CIRCULATION &

NATURAL SURFACE UTILITIES
& MANMADE
FEATURES
PROCESS
RESEARCH PHASE
The first step is defining the problem and its definition. Usually taken
ANALYSIS PHASE
care of by the architect.
The next step involves integrating site and use functions. Numerous
site elements related to a site such as access, shape, surroundings,
etc. are being studied and analyzed.
SYNTHESIS PHASE
After analysis, a program is developed as a solution to the problem
at hand. This phase deals with schematic design of a site plan.
LOCATION
The site should be related to existing roads and
landmarks. Time and distance from major nodes
should be recorded.
NEIGHBORHOOD
CONTEXT
Zoning of the neighborhood is
ELEMENTS
important and information could be
found with municipal authorities.
Numerous issues such as architectural
patterns, street lighting, condition of
existing buildings must be observed.
This would also include the immediate
surroundings of the site.
SUBSURFACE NATURAL MAN MADE
This includes the analysis of Most of this information will Created by humans such as
geology,hydrology, and soil be derived from topographic buildings, walls, fences,
genesis. features on the site and its plazas, bus stops, shelters,
vegetation. etc. shall be carefully
recorded on maps.
SIZE AND ZONING
Land use of site, adjacent use, zoning restrictions, and easement. Site boundaries can be located
by either verifying the dimensions physically or through map records of land.
Zoning classifications from a zoning map to be

procured from the city planning department.
CIRCULATION
Study of important nodes and linkages, The
use of streets, roads, alleys, sidewalks, and
plazas are important.
UTILITIES
Includes power, sewage network, gas network,
and water supply. Availability and proximity to
sources are to be examined.
SENSORY
Aerial photography, sketching,
visual surveys, and other methods
of direct observation to be
employed. Sensory elements
such as noise, odors, smoke, and
pollutant areas must be detected
and recorded.
EXAMPLE OF SITE CONDITION
Under topography, 5 degree
slope is noticed.
Analyzing the conditions, ideal
location for building can be
established.
High spot might be right for
building and low spot for
water body.
For prevailing hot winds,
tress would act as buffer.
LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURE
Landscape architecture is the design of outdoor
areas, landmarks, and structures to achieve
environmental, social-behavioral, or aesthetic
outcomes.
A multi-disciplinary field, incorporating aspects of

urban design, architecture, geography, ecology, civil
engineering, environmental psychology, industrial
design, soil sciences, botany, and fine arts.
IMPORTANCE
Landscape Architecture is a rewarding and important green career in high demand especially as
development continue to impact the natural environment.
A creative profession, skilled in strategic planning, delivery and management. It is rooted in an

understanding of how the environment works and what makes each place unique.
Landscape architects are both “artists” and “doctors” to the outdoor spaces. They not only add
beautifications to the land, but also solve complex environmental problems and create a quality
environment for people’s health and well-being.
CONCEPT DESIGN
Typically, the main features of landscape design are shown - for instance, the different garden
areas and their relationship to neighboring areas, main features and main trees.
Consider the overall length and height of building faces.
Identify the location and width of paths. Also the

location and size of tress and shrubs.
Trunk
Canopy
Height
AESTHETIC FACTORS
Landscape special character
Spatial pattern of the site
Visual quality and character
NATURAL FEATURES
When sites are characterized by outstanding natural
features of earth rock, water, or plant material, these
may be incorporated in the site development as natural
assets of the land.
SPATIAL PATTERNS
Defined as open space of a given site is configured
according to an arrangement of elements that evoke
activity or flow, both physically or visually.
EXAMPLES
Guthrie Green, Oklahoma, USA Chinatown Park, Boston, USA

by SWA Group by Carol R. Johnson Associates
Two Serendra, Taguig, Philippines UP Town Center, Quezon City, Philippines
by Alveo Land Corporation by Eric Estonido
Kasa Luntian, Tagaytay, Philippines Ayala Center, Cebu, Philippines
by Mike Espiritu by Mary Ann Espina
REFERENCE SITE ANALYSIS
https://www.slideshare.net/anupa14/site-analysisexample?next_slideshow=2
A GUIDE TO SITE PLANNING

http://www.architecture-student.com/architecture/a-guide-to-site-planning/
SITE PLANNING REVIEW
https://www.slideshare.net/xthianescala/site-planning-kevin-lynch?next_slideshow=1
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
https://www.britannica.com/art/landscape-architecture
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
https://worldlandscapearchitect.com/what-is-landscape-architecture/

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PLANNING

SITE PLANNING AND LANDSCAPING

The site plan locates objects and activities in

To understand the site development To collect information and data

An inventory completed as a preparatory

This branches into the boundaries of

Site analysis involves taking an inventory of site

RESEARCH PHASE SYNTHESIS PHASE

LOCATION SUBSURFACE, CIRCULATION &

Zoning classifications from a zoning map to be

A multi-disciplinary field, incorporating aspects of

A creative profession, skilled in strategic planning, delivery and management. It is rooted in an

Consider the overall length and height of building faces.

Identify the location and width of paths. Also the

Guthrie Green, Oklahoma, USA Chinatown Park, Boston, USA

A GUIDE TO SITE PLANNING

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