Monumento Transit Connection

  • Charles Simon D. Frivaldo College of Architecture University of the Philippines Diliman
  • Janrey F. Laureano College of Architecture University of the Philippines Diliman
  • Ismael III A. Melendres College of Architecture University of the Philippines Diliman

Abstract

The Phase 2 of the MRT3 Line is part of the completion of the transit network in Metro Manila. In this project, the MRT3 Line, running along EDSA, will be extended from North Avenue to Monumento.

With the line terminating at Monumento, the transit would definitely have an impact on this area. Among the major considerations for Monumento were the preparation of the district for the transit, the impact the station would have on the Bonifacio Monument and the connection of the two transit terminals, particularly LRT1 and MRT3. For the district, the rehabilitation of the area in terms of utilization of spaces and consideration for pedestrian and vehicular circulation were some of the concerns. For the monument, the need to provide the best approach in preserving the Bonifacio monument was of great importance. For the lines, the creation of a physical link between the two lines as well as its impact on the site was an important consideration.

In this study, the aim was to create a scheme that would resolve the issues present in the site. The scheme was one that managed to create a strong relationship between the major elements in the site, particularly the two lines, the monument and the different quadrants. From this scheme, the design of the area was to be developed. The design of the Monumento area would include the site development plan, transit terminal and connection design and guidelines for buildings and means of public access.

Author Biographies

Charles Simon D. Frivaldo, College of Architecture University of the Philippines Diliman
Charles Simon D. Frivaldo recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture at the University of the Philippines.  His secondary education was spent at the Philippine Cultural High School.
Janrey F. Laureano, College of Architecture University of the Philippines Diliman
Janrey F. Laureano has recently completed his Bachelor of Science degree in architecture at the University of the Philippines.  He had his high schooling at the Natividad National High School.
Ismael III A. Melendres, College of Architecture University of the Philippines Diliman
Ismael III A. Melendres has completed his undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture at the University of the Philippines. He finished his secondary education at the Ateneo de Manila.
Issue
Issue Number 2
Section
Special Feature
The contributor waives any royalties for the publication of his/her article, as UPCA is a non-profit organization.
The copyright for the published work belongs to UPCA and its selected publisher. The contributor is free to publish a modified version of the same article in other publications.
The contributor guarantees that :
  • the article does not infringe on the copyright or any proprietary right of any other person
  • the article contains no libelous or other unlawful matter
  • the article makes no improper invasion of the privacy of any other person.