ARCHITECTURAL THESIS BOOK OUTLINE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page
Approval Sheet
Acknowledgement
Abstract

CHAPTER I - THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

1.1. General Introduction
1.2. Background of the Study
1.3. Statement of the problem ( atleast 3, pertaining to the project)
1.4. Significance of the problem (study)
1.5. Project Objectives (study)
1.6. Architectural/ Design Objectives
1.7. Scope and Delimitation
1.8. Justification of the study
1.9. Conceptual /Theoretical Framework
1.10. Definition of Terms
1.11.1. Contextual Definition
1.11.2. Operational Definition
1.11. Acronyms and Abbreviations

CHAPTER II – REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

2.1. Review of Related Literature (atleast 3 each)
2.1.1. Non-Architectural Topics
2.1.2. Architectural Topics
2.2. Architectural Case Study (atleast 3 local & 3 foreign)
2.2.1. Local Case Study 1
Project Name:
Project Architect:
Location:
Project Description/Facilities
Plans/Illustrations
Findings and Conclusions
Recommendation/Application to the Present Study

2.2.2. Local Case Study 2

Project Name:
Project Architect:
Location:
Project Description/Facilities
Plans/Illustrations
Findings and Conclusions
Recommendation/Application to the Present Study

2.2.3. International Case Study

Project Name:
Project Architect:
Location:
Project Description/Facilities
Plans/Illustrations
Findings and Conclusions
Recommendation/Application to the Present Study
2.3. Synthesis
CHAPTER III - RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1. Research Methodology (Quantitative/ Qualitative)
(paragraph – indicating which methodology you use)
3.2. Research Framework -
3.3. Research Instrument
3.3.1 Questionnaire/Survey
3.3.2 SWOT analysis
3.3.3 Interview
3.3.4 Observation
3.3.5 Focus Group Discussion
3.3.6 Drawing Applications
3.4. Data Presentation & Analysis
3.4.1. Site Inventory
Site Selection
Site Selection Criteria
Site Selection Process and Evaluation
Site Justification
Site Assessment
3.4.2. Macro-site Analysis
Development Plan
Physical Profile (Be specific to your site)
Geographical Location
Transport Linkages
Topography
Physiography
Slope
Soil
Suitability of Site in its general environment
Drainage
Geologic Hazards
Climate
Waste Management
Infrastructure and Utilities
Tourism
Socio-Economic Profile
Demography
Projected Population
Education & Educational Facilities
Sports and Recreation
Roads and Transport

3.4.3. Micro Site Analysis

Micro Site Data and Analysis
Location
Land Area
Accessibility
Land Use
Topography and Slope Analysis
Geology and Soil Analysis
Climate Analysis (Diagram/Figure/ description)
Sun Path
Wind Path
Relative Humidity
Ocular Visit Analysis
Viewpoints
Sound Quality
Light Quality
Natural Features
Ecology and Vegetation
Utilities
Water
Communication
 Power
Site Maps, Photos, and Description
SWOT Analysis
3.4.4. Summary of Site Analysis
Composite Site Analysis (combination of all site data analysis, description)
Land Allocation and Distribution (bubble diagram, zoning – private – public)
Conceptual Site Analysis / Site Dev (bubble diagram – Scope of Development – chap 1)

3.5 Relevant Laws and Ordinances (Legal Basis)

3.5.1. Local
Non-Architectural Laws (RA)
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
Environmental Laws and Ordinances (RA)
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
Local City Ordinances
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
Proclamations and Policy Statements
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
Presidential Decrees
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
Building Code
Accessibility Code
Other Standards (DPWH, DOH, etc.)
3.5.2. International

CHAPTER IV. ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING

4.1. User’s Analysis
4.1.1. User’s General Information
Major Users
Minor Users
Population/Demography/Statistics – Computation – of Users
Projected Population of your Proposed Project
4.1.2. User’s Identification
Chart- Users, Functions, Activities
4.2. Needs Analysis
4.3. Behavioral Analysis
4.4. Organizational Chart
4.5. Space Programming
4.5.1. Spatial Programming (Quantitative & Qualitative)
4.5.2. Interrelationship of Activity and Spaces
Matrix Diagram
Schematic Diagram
4.6 Environmental Systems
4.6.1. Structural System
4.6.2. Electrical System
4.6.3. Mechanical System
4.6.4. Fire-fighting System
4.6.5. Sanitary System
Water Supply System
Sanitary Drainage
Storm Drainage
4.6.6. Waste Management System
Solid Waste Management
4.6.7. Landscaping System
Hardscape
Softscape
4.6.8. Security Systems
4.7. Design Framework
4.7.1. Design Philosophy
4.7.2. Design Concept
4.7.3. Sub-concepts
 Form Concept
Function Concept
Time Concept
Economy Concept
4.7.4. Style Guiding Principle
4.8. Manner of Financing
4.8.1. Sources of Financing
4.8.2. Probable Construction Cost
Land Cost
Building Cost
Site Development Cost
Miscellaneous Cost
Total Project Cost
4.8.3. Income Generating Facilities

CHAPTER V-FINDINGS AND CONCLUSION

5.1. Findings
5.2. Summary
5.3. Conclusion
5.3.1. Conclusion on findings
5.3.2. Conclusion on this study
5.3.3 Recommendations