Proposed Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling

A Verdure Cultural Spa and Wellness Resort, Calamba Laguna

Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1.
Cultural Spa is a custom, and social
behavior of a society applied to spas which is rich in
mineral spring water usually used to give medicine
where wellness is the hot new word in the spa
business. It's the most powerful argument anyone
can make against seeing spas as a mere luxury, a
pampering experience that can be cut from the
household budget.
Living in a state of optimal health, well-being, and
vitality, and invest money, time and energy in the
things that help you achieve it. That includes a good
diet, exercise, and treatments like massage
and bodywork that keeps you functioning at your
best. Wellness makes our lives richer and more
enjoyable.

This is also classified as spa resort which is a short

term residential/lodging facility with the primary
purpose of providing individual services for spagoers to develop healthy habits. It is perfectly for
individuals, couples, family or group of people to
loosen up and unwind in a moment of their time. It
is also a place of meditation and soul searching
with the help of various activities
1.3. Problem Setting
1.3.1 Statement of the Problem
There are lot of wellness centers and spa resort
that suffer to several numbers of problems to be
considering as follows;

1.2. Background of the Study

1.2.1 History

In daily leaving, people encounter problems that

causes different types of stressed. This results to
irritation, illness and discomfort. By which no one
has an exemptions to feel this negative vibes.
Where you cant think correctly and concentrate to
the thigs you supposed to do. Sometimes, being so
much stressed or fatigue causes depression and
imbalanced mood swings results to illness.
Maintaining balance, developing healthy lifelong
habits and making good choices contribute to one's
overall well-being and ultimately, academic
success.
1.2.2. Project Description
Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling, a Verdure Cultural
Spa and Wellness Resort focuses on aiding the
people to be motivated and to achieve selfactualization. Which is the self-actualization is the
realization or fulfillment of one's talents and
potentialities, especially considered as a drive or
need present in everyone.
This will offer relaxing activities such as spa, sauna,
yoga center, therapeutic, fitness, exercise and
wellness center, comprehensive programs as
stated in appendices table 1, page 1. This is to
cater everyone from emotionally, physically and to
spiritually need.

Improper use of technology creates distress

Improper healthy lifestyle living that causes
obesity
Psychological, Emotional and Spiritual needs
are usually regarded
Rampant demand of people which is
consolidated suffers illness and looks forward
to formulate health assessment

1.3.2. Scope and Limitation of the study

Scope: Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling, A Verdure
Cultural Spa and Wellness Resort in Calamba
Laguna focuses about Psychological, Emotional
and Spiritual needs of the people.
Limitation: It is limited to the specific approach of
the resort which is to apply the wellness programs
and health assessment that could help for selfimprovement.
1.4. Assumptions
For the purpose of the study of the Proposed
Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling visions of a
development of tourism and promote the cultural
activities in Antipolo by providing excellent and new
facilities that can accommodate the growing
demand of tourist in 10 year projection.
1.5. Goals of the Project
The demand and the market are always the first
considerations for a cultural spa and wellness
resort. Prioritizing the social, spiritual and mental
discomfort of the people where they could

exchange to various activities offered by the

wellness center and resort.
Living in a clean environment, eating healthy food,
regular physical exercise, balance in career; family;
and relationships, spiritual awareness and some
programs include faith-based worship. Faith-based
wellness programs may suggest a spiritual
component in their models, however, it would be
opposition to most secular wellness programs
which tend to be inclusive any individual's spiritual
beliefs or practices.

1.6. Project Objective

To employ energy efficient facilities with the

use of new technologies and systems
To lessen the number of obesity and create
healthy lifestyle by means of Cardio-Vascular
activities
To promote wellness programs for spiritual
imbalance, emotional needs and health
assessments
To provide an architectural solution for the
social needs of the people

1.7. Significance of the study

1.7.1. Definition
Abbreviations

of

Terms,

Acronyms

&

1.7.1.1. Definition of Terms

6. Wellness Resort - often correlated with medical

tourism because health interests motivate the
traveler, wellness tourists are proactive in
seeking to improve or maintain health and
quality of life, often focusing on prevention,
while medical tourists generally travel
reactively to receive treatment for a diagnosed
disease or condition.
1.7.1.2. Acronyms
1. CALBARZON - Cavite, Laguna, Batangas,
Rizal and Quezon
2. CLUP Comprehensive Land Use Plan
3. CPDO City Planning and Development Office
4. HA hectares
5. S.W.O.T Strengths Weaknesses
Opportunities Threats
6. SLEX - South Luzon Expressway

Chapter 2: Theoretical Framework

2.1. Review of Foreign Related Literature and Case
Studies
2.1.1.

Sukko Cultural Spa and Wellness Resort,

Thailand

Sukko The spa is located in central Phuket and is a

veritable haven of peace, with elegant and
expansive architecture with a classic atmosphere
complemented by therapists and receptionists in
traditional Thai dress.7 (For Photos see appendices
fig. 1, p.3)

1. Cultural Spa customs, and social behavior of

a society1 applied to spas which is rich in
mineral spring water which is usually used to
give medicine2
2. Kanlungan Shelter ;in English, a structure
that protects you from the elements and gives
you a place to live.3
3. Maria Makiling - is a diwata or lambana
(goddess, fairy or forest nymph) associated
with Mount Makiling in Laguna, Philippines.4
4. Rampant growing quickly and in a way that is
difficult to control5
5. Verdure condition of freshness6

Synthesis: Treatments are based on the ancient

Thai medical theory. Traditional massages, heat
therapies and authentic herbs are used to bring the
physical conditions and spirit back to a state of
balance.

1https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spa

Synthesis: Treatments are best enjoyed by water

treatments. It is a dreamland of arts and sentiment.

2https://www.google.com.ph/?gfe_rd=cr&ei=LDSIVayAAufs8weJyICQAQ#q=cultu

ral
3https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/shelter
4https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_Makiling
5Merriam Webster Dictionary
6Merriam Webster Dictionary

2.1.2.

Takolaburi Cultural, spa and sport Resort

Exclusive deluxe resort is nested up front beautiful

beach of Pakarang Cape reserved area with the
white sand and clear blue water of Andaman Sea. It
is one of the most spectacular spa resorts with
impressive range of leisure, large swimming pool
and sporting amenities.8 (For Photos see
appendices fig. 2, p.3)

7
8

http://www.sukkospa.com/About-Sukko.html
http://www.khaolaktakolaburi.com/

The Architecture reflects old and new blended in a

unique design.

2.1.3.

Zoetry Wellness and Spa Resort

Paraiso de Albonita in Mexico, one out of six

branches of Zoetry Wellness and Spa Resort a
luxurious, secluded retreat combining Endless
Privileges with holistic wellness, tranquility, and
romance. (For Photos see appendices fig. 3, p.3)

Synthesis: It combines relaxing Thalassotherapy,

special native Mayan treatments, skin care, couples
massages, body wraps, and more. This pampering
experience is further enhanced with ultra-luxurious
Natura Bisse and Valmont spa products.
2.2. Review of Related Local Literature and Case
Studies
2.2.1.

founded in 2001 and is located in Pulong Sagingan,

Barangay Maitim West 2, Tagaytay City. (For
Photos see appendices fig. 6, p.4)
Synthesis: It offers a distinctive brand of Ecotherapy or healing by and through nature. It
provides a unique Filipino wellness experience,
from its unique Ifugao native huts to its Filipino
themed dcor to its therapeutic Filipino themed spa
treatments, to its Filipino fusion cuisine in its
restaurant.

2.3. Hypothesis
The proposed Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling, A
Verdure Cultural Spa and Wellness Resort is
affecting the Province of Laguna and the City of
Calamba in terms of tourism by giving the Local and
Foreign Tourists a place of meditation and soul
searching with the help of various activities.

The farm, Lipa City, Batangas

The Farm, one the premiere health centered resorts

in the world. It is located an easy two-hour drive
south of the Philippine capital of Manila, this awardwinning 48-hectare resort offers an exceptional
healing environment for the holistic treatment of
body, mind and soul.9 (For Photos see appendices
fig. 4, p.3)

2.4. Research Paradigm

The research paradigm is divided into 3 phases;
input, process and output.

INPUT

PROCESS

OUTPUT

ACE Water Spa has two branches and is located at

United St, Pasig, Metro Manila and in Quezon City
with 7 pools, 3 different types of massage, and
different facilities. (For Photos see appendices fig.
5, p.4)
Synthesis: Its concept to Health through Water.
Since then, Water has been a vital element in
cleansing, relaxing and healing because its curative
properties.10
2.2.3.

Nurture Wellness Village

Nurture Wellness Village (formerly known as

Nurture Tropical Spa & Caf) is a Department of
Tourism accredited destination spa. Nurture was
9

http://www.morefunphilippines.co.uk/hotelsresorts/
http://www.acewaterspa.com.ph/faq.php

10

Project
proposal Title
Collecting of
Data
Standards and
General
Guidelines of Spa
and Wellness
Resort
Interviews and
other form of data
gathering

Site Selection
and Analysis

Design
tourism
facility that
emphasizes
Cultural Spa
and
Wellness
Resort

OUTPUT

ACE Water Spa

PROCESS

2.2.2.

INPUT

Synthesis: Making use of Nature's own remedies,

their mission is to guide and educate one towards
their maximum health potential.
Layout of site
development
plan for the
proposed
Kanlungan ni
Maria Makiling,
A Verdure
Cultural Spa
and Wellness
Resort in
Calamba,
Laguna
supported with
the feasibility
study.

Figure 1. Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling, A Verdure Cultural

Spa and Wellness Resort, Research Paradigm

Chapter 3: Site Justification

3.1. Site/ Development Selection Criteria

Calamba Laguna, shows that it is feasible for
proposed Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling, A Verdure
Cultural Spa and Wellness Resort to increase the
demand of tourism. As showed in the criteria of site
selection, pls. see appendices table 2. p.4
3.2. Macro-Meso
Province/City/Town

Site

Analysis:

Regional/

Weaknesses

Opportunities

Threat

3.2.1. Region IV- A (CALABARZON)

CALABARZON formally known as Southern
Tagalog Mainland and designated as Region IV-A,
is an administrative region in the Phillippines. The
region comprises five provinces: Cavite, Laguna,
Batangas, Rizal and Quezon the acronym
CALABARZON. It has an area of 16, 873.31 km2 (6,
514.82 sq. mi). (For maps pls. see appendices
figure_ p_)

Table 1. Kanlungan ni Maria Makiling, A Verdure

Cultural Spa and Wellness Resort, site S.W.O.T.
analysis
Antipolo Amusement & Waterpark Resort

3.4. Physical Attributes:

3.4.1. Geography

3.2.2. Province of Laguna

Laguna is part of the CALABARZON (Region IV-A),
just thirty (30) kilometers south of Metro Manila. It is
the third largest province in Region IV-A. The
eastern portion of the province stands astride the
southernmost portions of the Sierra Madre
mountain range. It is surrounded by Laguna Lake,
formerly called La Laguna Encantada, one of the
only 18 living lakes in the world. Laguna Lake is the
largest inland lake in the country. The Provincial
Government of Laguna is located in the Municipality
of Sta. Cruz. Has a Land Area of 175, 973 ha.11 It is
the Resort Capital of the Philippines (For maps pls.
see appendices figure_ p_)

The location of the proposed Kanlungan ni Maria

Makiling, a Verdure Cultural Spa and Wellness
Resort is in Calamba City. (For maps pls. see
appendices figure_ p_)

Soil

The soil classification is Calumpang soil whichh

series developed from fine clayey, alluvial
sediments deposited usually over tuffaceous rocks
or adobe.12 (For maps pls. see appendices figure_
p_

Slope and Erosion

Pansol, Calamba has and elevation of 0 to

20meters.13 Its level is gently sloping, characterized
by 02.5% slope. This resembles the northern part
of the city.14 (For maps pls. see appendices figure_
p_)

3.4.2.
3.2.3. Calamba City

capital of the Philippines

The city is aiming at least
10% increase of tourists
demand every year.
The access through the
site needs a permission to
have a Right of Way to the
nearby neighborhood.
Job opportunities for
localities.
Competition
on
the
demand of tourist with the
existing nearby hotel and
resorts.

Road and Transportation Network

Calamba City is accessible through 3 exits from the

South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). The first leads to
Barangay Canlubang, through the Silangan
Industrial Park. Next is through Barangay Paciano
Ri-zal and last is through Barangay Turbina.
Existing road network of Calamba, see appendices
fig. _, p._.

3.3. S.W.O.T. Analysis

Strength

Calamba is the resort

12
13

11

http://www.laguna.gov.ph/province/province-profile

14

Source: Calamba Socio Ecomic Profile Soil Classification p. 4

Source: MapsCalamba.pdf, Erosion Potential Map p. 4
Source: Calamba Socio Ecomic Profile Slope/Soil Erosion no. 3, p. 7

3.4.3.

Site Analysis

(For maps and fig. pls. see appendices pgs._)

3.4.4. Initial Schematic Plans