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8/3/2019 Burnham Park Master Development Plan
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Burnham Park Master Development Plan
Owner: City of Baguio Project Donor: University of the Cordilleras
RATIONALE :
Burnham Park was originally envisioned by Arch. Daniel Burnham as a green park that would serve as the breathing lung of the city. Its
location, that of being at the heart of the urban center made it more unique compared to other city parks around the world. As a green
park located on a prime site chosen by Burnham himself, and considering its important role as a carbon sink and as an aquifer,it is but
fit and proper that any design and planning initiatives shall retain such important features.
The master plan as proposed by the UC design team incorporated such features by applying "Green Architecture and Sustainable and
OrganicApproach" in its planning and design. These were achieved by balancing environmental protection and development through
the improvement of ratio between the built-up areas with that of the open space,preservation of existing trees and vegetation and their
integration in the total design. Ecological concerns were also addressed by increasing permeable areas and providing more
landscaping and green roofs to proposed support facilities in the park. Elements of green architecture like recycling and reuse were
also taken into account to save on energy use and water consumption. Passive approach in the design of facilities was likewise
incorporated to take advantage of natural lighting and ventilation.
The need for these facilities were determined by assessing park-user requirements and for practical reasons dictated by prevailing
conditions and the need to adapt for future needs and requirements.
The main concept of the park were guided by inputs from previous Burnham Park summits initiated by the city through the former
Burnham Park Management Authority (BPMA), inputs from the citizenry during previous exhibits held at SM and at Session Road
during the previous Panagbenga, inputs during the Feb. 4 presentation attended by various NGO groups, media, professional groups,
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and city officials,park user interviews and guided by the UC principles of planning and design that it should be: user -friendly,
ecologically balanced, with practical recreational options,aesthetically pleasing, and with the integration of culture and history.
Major areas comprising the master plan are the following:IgorotGarden, Rose Garden, Melvin Jones,Picnic Groves,Skating
Rink,Athletic Bowl and Burnham Lake.
The Rose Garden area which serves as the gateway to the park was designed at the entrance in a manner befitting Arch. Daniel
Burnham as the designer of the city. His monument located right at the entrance was provided with an ample spaceand elements that
would serve to emphasize his importance to the city and the park's history. Its location gives it a sense of place and arrival. The central
area was designed as an amphitheatre dictated by its unique terrain ideal for that purpose.
The IgorotPark shall retain its Cordilleran character with enhanced landscaping and increased area for common activities in the park
like chess and dama games.Perfecto Street,which runs along the length of the park, will be pedestrianized and free from jeepney
parking. This portion serves as the start of thatwalkable portion which was likewise adopted to the Juan Luna and Lake D rive
areas.Turning these areas into pedestrian zones will encourage people to walk and be safe and free from accidents. On the other hand
the existing "turo-turo" area shall be turned into a two level restaurant with outdoor dining areas and decks that would give customers a
panoramic view of the park aside from having a character that gives it a Cordilleran touch. Present number of concessionaires will be
accommodated in the proposed structure which will have additional features of solar panels and green wall.
The Melvin Jones area shall have as its main elements two multi-level green parking buildings at both ends of the field (former Ganza
and Solibao areas).These two structures shall alsoincorporate concession areas at the ground and second floor level with restaurants,
roof garden and outdoor dining features. The concept adopted here was inspired by the famousBanaweRice Terraces that would gi ve it
an eye catching unique look and make it appear organic and "natural" to itsenvironment.These structures shall incorporate the
elements of recycling and reuse through the provision of water harvesters that would impound or collect rainwater from the gr een roofs
recycled for toilet's use and for landscaping requirements.Added features are proposed bleachers area around the vast multi-purpose
field intended to provide comfort and convenience to spectators, jogging lanes were also added along Harrison Road and Lake Drive
side with shaded picnic areas.
Picnic Groves 1 and 2 shall be enhanced and provided with additional landscape and attraction elements, prominent of which is a water
cascade feature that would link the two picnic areas with a behind-the-water curtain access. Other features are viewing decks and pond
at the base of the cascade which will offer a good photo-taking area with a landscaped logo of the City of Baguio as a backdrop.
Beside Picnic Grove 2 would be a tourist bus parking areas with a green parking building that would cater to parking requirements at
the Athletic Bowl area. This building will also have concession areas like aconvenience store, Wi-Fi center, drivers lounge,etc.
restaurant and a green roof for promenade and viewing decks. This parking building can accommodate 300 cars and 20 tourist busses.
Across this area is the skating rink that would bring back the open type style of its original design. Very prominent would be the roof,
which will have an iconic form and material symbolic of the Baguio sunflower. It shall also incorporate skating area for kids and ample
picnic areas with varying layouts and themes. Skate rental areas and snack stores are just located nearby.
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The Athletic Bowl area shall be provided with an imposing entrance gateway featuring the latest in technology with its giant digital
scoring screen. As a showcase for a modern facility, the Athletic Bowl shall be provided with additional bleachers catering for 17,000
spectators shaded under a tent and cable structure that symbolizes the perennial fog and imposing mountain ranges in the
Cordillera.Close to bleachers in some areas would be playing areas for table sports like table tennis,etc.Under the bleachers are
athletes' dormitories and support facilities like shower and locker rooms, and equipment and practice areas. A stage with VIP area is
also provided beside the grandstands and accessible from a nearby parking area.
Close to the main entrance is a proposed gymnasium that integrates under its green roof the existing library building,parks and PTA
offices.The new edifice will house an indoor basketball court,a ring for mixed martial arts and boxing, aside from a fitness gym and
support facilities. One unique feature of this gymnasium is a tennis court located on top of the green roof which also symbolizes the
rolling terrain of the city. Likewise, located outdoor is an area with bleachers for sepaktakraw and related sports.
The existing swimming pool building shall have its existing roof enhanced and provided with additional facilities.
The archery range shall likewise be improved to comply with accepted standards and features.
The Pine Trees of the World area with its existing trees and vegetation shall be preserved to live up to its name as an ecological
sanctuary and camping areas. The friendship park shall be preserved and enhanced with landscaping elements and an amphitheatre
shall be provided for outdoor lectures and literary and theatrical activities.
A multi-purpose building for seminars and exhibits with a restaurant and souvenir shops is proposed in that area fronting the Gov. Pack
Road side. Its strategic location gives a sense of arrival from visitors coming from Marcos Highway and Kennon Road which for that
reason makes it as an ideal reception place for tourists. Augmenting it isa six storey high viewing tower provided to give a panoramic
and refreshing view of the entire Burnham Park.
Finally, the Burnham lake which serves as the heart of the park shall have as its main feature, the revival of the musical fountain with
colorful lighting reminiscent of the past.Boating docks shall be redesigned and relocated at the corners to give it a new look and to
maximize docking areas which will give i t a more organized layout. Other new features are pocket gardens on its four corners symbolic
of the different culture which created a big impact and contribution to the development of Baguio. These are the Cordilleran, American,
Oriental and Contemporary-themed corner landscapes. Ramps shall take the place of stepped pathwalks not only in this area but also
to all other areas, for it to be user-friendly to all park users including the elderly and specially-abled people.The existing biking lane area
beside the lake shall be enhanced with an improved layout to make it safer and more conducive for bikers. The existing bike rental area
and a proposed kids biking area shall be clustered on a portion of that area between the children's playground and the orchidarium.
To sum up,the proposed master development plan for Burnham Park has been conceptualized not only to reflect the colorful history
and romanticism of the past, but also to adapt to the needs and requirements of the present and to be reflective of the future and for the
enjoyment of generations to come.
Arch. Robert V. Romero, MAEHP
Project Head-UC Burnham Park Design team