A proposed redevelopment of Pandacan oil depot as a mixed-use riverfront development with integrated community cultural center and river transport access: National Capital Regionv/ Rudy Rhose O. Francisco and Jericho Edmund D. Nicolas .--

Bachelor's thesis

College of Architecture and Fine Arts .-- Bachelor of Science in Architecture: Technological University of the Philippines, 2025.

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This architectural thesis explores the feasibility of redeveloping the former
Pandacan Oil Depot into a mixed-use riverfront development with an integrated
community cultural center and river transport access. Situated along the Pasig River, the site presents both challenges and opportunities rooted in its industrial past and
strategic urban location. The study traces the historical evolution of Pandacan and
assesses current socio-environmental issues, including land contamination, underutilization, and disconnection from the city’s cultural and transportation
networks. It explores how thoughtful urban design can reframe brownfield
redevelopment as a catalyst for sustainable and inclusive growth. The proposed masterplan features a dynamic mix of public, commercial, and
cultural spaces anchored by green corridor riverfront. Emphasis is placed on
reconnecting communities through accessible river transport, promoting walkability, and incorporating resilient design strategies such as kinetic paving, kinetic façade, and sustainable drainage systems. The integration of a community cultural center
serves as a platform for local heritage preservation and social cohesion. The research
underscores the economic and environmental value of adaptive reuse, ecological
restoration, and participatory planning. Through a holistic design approach, this paper envisions Pandacan as a
benchmark for sustainable urban regeneration, balancing innovation with cultural
identity to shape a more livable, connected, and resilient future for the district and
greater Manila.