Franc Obguia

advisor

Cebu Institute of Technology – University (CIT-U), College of Engineering and Architecture, Cebu City

Philippines

Architecture and Sustainability more

Your project concept presents a unique and engaging approach to a natural history museum, with an emphasis on creating an immersive environment that mimics nature itself. The idea of having a jungle-like setting without traditional walls, allowing visitors to experience history and animals in their natural context, is refreshing and innovative. The use of natural materials such as bamboo and the incorporation of huts for the library further enhances the connection to nature, which is a strong point in your design.

However, the presentation could benefit from a more structured and cohesive format. I believe presenting everything on a single presentation board would help make the design more understandable and coherent at a glance. This would allow the judges or audience to grasp the full scope of your concept more easily. Additionally, for competitions, I recommend adding more information and visuals to your presentation. Including more graphics, detailed plans, and additional perspectives—particularly of the façade—would be beneficial in justifying and showcasing your design choices more effectively. This will help to bring out the complexity of your concept and show how it works within the surrounding environment.

Your idea of creating a museum that goes beyond mere displays and encourages interaction with society is also commendable. It shows that you've thought about the museum's role in contemporary society, where it not only serves as a repository of history but also as a space for engagement and recreation. Still, strengthening the visual representation of the museum, including more perspectives of the exterior and interior spaces, will help convey this idea with greater clarity and impact.

The concept is solid and innovative, but with some improvements in the presentation—particularly in terms of visual clarity and additional perspectives—your design will become even more compelling and effective.

Thank you, Muneeb Khan, for your efforts, and I look forward to seeing how your project evolves.