Good morning guys! I'm here to present an 5.

Cycling area
architectural case study of Burnham park, Baguio City.
6. Athletic area
I know that everyone of you are familiar with Burnham
7. Picnic grounds
park, but in the end of this presentation, I hope
everyone would be able to know more about Burnham Scattered throughout the park
park.
8. Concession stalls
• • So according to Wikipedia, Burnham park is
a historic urban park located in downtown Located in various parts of the park
Baguio, Philippines. It was designed by
• •Key features
epynomous American architect and Baguio
city Planner , Daniel Burnham. the park was Central lake
conceived as part of Burnham's Master plan
for Baguio, developed in the early 20th Tree-lined walkways
century. Open lawns
• •This park fulfills multiple roles as Gardens & Landscapes areas
a recreational srea, community gathering
spot, urban green space, tourist attractions, • •Central lake
and cultural landmark.
The central lake serves as a focal point for recreational
let's move on to the activities such a boating

• •DESIGN CONCEPT Design, the lakes shape and placement reflect

Burnham's intention to create a serene and central
Burnham was originally envisioned as a green park gathering spot within the park.
that would serve as a breathing lung of the city. It's
location, that being the heart of the urban center • •Tree-lined walkways
made it more unique compared to the other city parks
Design: the includes paths that is shaded by trees
around the world.
Function: enhance the park's usability, encouraging
Additionally, Burnham was influenced by the City
visitors to engage in leisurely strolls and enjoy the
beautiful movement, European garden design such as
surrounding scenery
formal layouts and landscaped gardens.
• •Open spaces
• •DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
Large open lawns and grassy areas, these spaces
Integration with nature: Burnham's design emphasized
support community activies and contribute to the
blending urban elements with natural landscapes and
park's role as a social and recreational hub.
Baguio scenic mountain setting.
• •Garden & landscapes
Development: Vision of a central green space for
recreation and community activies . Various garden beds and flower arrangements, adds
to the park's visual appeal and provides a serene
• •The park is divided into different clusters,
environment
1. Boating area
• •Let's move on to the Architectural and
2. Children's playground Urban Impacts

3. Skating rink

4. Rose garden
1. Urban integration The project utilized indigenous materials and
adapted design plans to fit available resources
Burnham park integrates seamlessly with Baguio's
urban lay out, providing a central green space that • 3. Maintenance issues
enhances the city's livability.
Ongoing unkeep in the lake and landscaping
The park contributes to the overall quality of life in
Baguio by offering a major recreational and social • •But Burnham park manage maintenance
space issues by using durable local materials
involving ther community in upkeep , and
2. Environmental Consideration adapting designs to local conditions

Sustainability: the park's layout encourages the park has been both praised and critiqued over the
sustainable use of space and natural resources years."

The design takes advantage of Baguio's natural Criticisms: "Despite its initial acclaim, Burnham Park
topography and climate, creating a park that is both has faced several criticisms. These include issues
visually appealing and functional in it's environmental related to the park’s outdated facilities, inadequate
context accessibility for people with disabilities, and challenges
in maintenance and sustainability. Critics argue that
3. Cultural significance
while the park's historic design is valuable, it does not
Heritage, this park is a historical landmark that reflects fully meet contemporary needs."
early 20th century urban planning principles and
Responses to Criticisms: "In response, various
continue to serve as a recreational and cultural site
upgrades and renovations have been undertaken.
The park remains a vital part of city's community life, Modern amenities have been added, including
hosting events and activities that reflects the city's improved restroom facilities, better pathways for
cultural vibrancy accessibility, and enhanced waste management
practices. Efforts have also been made to incorporate
• •These are the challenges that they had sustainable practices while preserving the park's
encountered during contruction historical charm."
1. Topographical challenges •Conclusion
- issues with mountainous terrain and erosion, Burnham Prk's design has a lasting influence on urban
Baguio's hilly and uneven terrain presented difficulties planning in Architecture. It emphasis on green spaces,
in leveling and grading the land for construction integration with natural landscapes, and it's role as a
community hub reflect principles that continue to
• •But the construction of the park overcame
resonate in modern urban planning practices
these by carefully planning and adapting to
the terrain. Techniques included grading and Without Burnham park, baguio city would still be a
leveling the land, adding retaining walls and vibrant and culturally rich destination, But it would
managing water drainage to ensure stability miss a key piece of it's identity as a major recreational
and functionality and tourist hub. Burnham park is central to the city's
charm, offering green spaces, boating, and leisurely
2. Construction techniques
activities, how ever baguio's appeal extends well
During early 20th century, the construction techniques beyond this park.
available at that time were less advanced than those
these are my references
today
ANY QUESTIONS OR CLARIFICATIONS?
• •How ever Burnham park was built despite
limited construction machines and materials THAT’S ALL FOR TODAY TY
by leveraging local resources and ingenuity.