YOUTH VISUAL ARTS CENTRECHAPTER 1: Introduction1.1. Background of the Study

Nestled in the rolling hills of the northwest corner of Calgary, Rocky Ridge Recreation Facility is a regional hub of physical activity and a multipurpose gathering space for the community. Inspired by the hills and ribbon horizon of the foothills region, the soft curving undulations of the building create an open and integrated facility connecting the natural features of the site with the activity inside.GAGAWING GENERAL STATEMENT,

No doubt the Philippines is a country rich with artists, but in a developing nation like ours, the less mainstream arts are usually regarded as an elite activity. Books lose out to TV, theater loses out to movies, and classical music is rarely preferred over pop.The wholehearted pursuit of the arts is also impossible without a day job (what would you eat?), and support for the arts? Perhaps thats the most elusive of all.Which is why its gratifying to learn about people who believe in the redemptive qualities of painting, literature and music enough to nurture it financially.What young people do in their free time is a very important part of growing up. Adolescence is a formative transitional period from childhood to adulthood (Hamburg and Takanishi, 1989). It is a time when young people form their identity and undergo major adjustments to changes within themselves and in society as altered expectations are placed on them. Great importance is attached to peer groups and cliques, which are almost always held together by shared interests, tastes, activities, and/or hobbies (Thurlow, 2002). Adolescence is a time of exploring and making commitments in interpersonal relationships in the four domains of friendship, dating, sex roles and recreation; this exploratory period is an important time for the development of identity (Grotevant et al, 1982). How young people spend their free time has a major impact on their development, socialisation and future life. Leisure provides the opportunity for young people to gain control over their attention processes, acquire critical adult skills and become integrated into their communities (Larson and Verma, 1999). The World Health Organization emphasises the importance of leisure-time activities (WHO, 2002): it sees participation in varied forms of activity as giving young people opportunities for self-expression, feelings of autonomy and achievement. These positive effects can also help to counteract risks and harm caused by demanding, competitive, stressful and sedentary lifestyles. Involvement in activities such as sport, arts, music and hobbies can foster the adoption of other healthy behaviour, including the avoidance of tobacco, alcohol, drugs and aggression.1.2. Statement of the ProblemFor the past decade, art education in school has decreased. This is a result of schools focusing more on math and reading test scores, as well as not enough funding from the government. As the economy is down, everything from jobs to how schools operate are affected. Youth are becoming less exposed to the world of arts and creativity. By not providing arts education for youth, we can lose a whole generation of creativity.Participation in recreation and regular physical activity has been linked to improved selfconcept and self-esteem, reduced depressive symptoms, decreased stress and anxiety, improved self-acceptance, changes in anti-social behaviour, and enhanced psychological well-being. Exercise and physical activity also improve self-efficacy and sense of competence. Early play experiences with parents, for example, teach physical control, skill and social competence. A supportive coach or supervisor in a recreational setting can also provide children with similar benefits vis-a-vis skill development, competence and self-esteem (Ewing et al, 1996). Recreation can also have a positive effect on boredom, mood, and character development. Boredom is viewed as an important factor, particularly in adolescents lives, because of its links to depression, hopelessness, loneliness, and distractibility. Boredom has also been linked to alcohol use among college and high school students, to smoking among high school students, to deviant behaviour at school, and to over-eating. Youth who participate in appropriate recreational activities have a decrease in leisure boredom and subsequently, a decrease in deviant behaviours (McKay et al, 1996; Reid, 1994; Witt, 1996)

Positive recreational opportunities can make an important contribution to young peoples development and can help to counteract the risks and harm associated with sedentary lifestyles and risky behaviour. While there has been substantial investment in facilities in recent years, this is not meeting the needs of all young people, particularly those who do not participate in sport. This National Recreation Policy seeks to address this and other issues emerging from the research and the public consultation. It also looks at the contribution that young people themselves can make to developing their own recreational opportunities and as active citizens in their own right.

1.3. Significance of the Study1. Indeed, environments in which play and recreational opportunities are available to all children provide the conditions for creativity; opportunities to exercise competence through self-initiated play enhances motivation, physical activity and skills development; immersion in cultural life enriches playful interactions; rest ensures that children have the necessary energy and motivation to participate in play and creative engagement. 2. Play and recreation are essential to the health and well-being of children and promote the development of creativity, imagination, self-confidence, self-efficacy, as well as physical, social, cognitive and emotional strength and skills. They contribute to all aspects of learning;[footnoteRef:1] they are a form of participation in everyday life and are of intrinsic value to the child, purely in terms of the enjoyment and pleasure they afford. Research evidence highlights that playing is also central to childrens spontaneous drive for development, and that it performs a significant role in the development of the brain, particularly in the early years. Play and recreation facilitate childrens capacities to negotiate, regain emotional balance, resolve conflicts and make decisions. Through their involvement in play and recreation, children learn by doing; they explore and experience the world around them; experiment with new ideas, roles and experiences and in so doing, learn to understand and construct their social position within the world. [1: UNESCO, Education for the twenty-first century: issues and prospects (Paris, 1998).]

3. Both play and recreation can take place when children are on their own, together with their peers or with supportive adults. Childrens development can be supported by loving and caring adults as they relate to children through play. Participation with children in play provides adults with unique insights and understanding into the childs perspectives. It builds respect between generations, contributes to effective understanding and communication between children and adults and affords opportunities to provide guidance and stimulus. Children benefit from recreational activities involving adults, including voluntary participation in organized sports, games and other recreational activities. However, the benefits are diminished, particularly in the development of creativity, leadership and team spirit if control by adults is so pervasive that it undermines the childs own efforts to organize and conduct his or her play activities.

Located on the busy corner of Donald Street and River Avenue, the Mayfair Recreation Centre marks the entryway to one of the densest urban residential neighbourhoods in Winnipeg. Respecting the established paths of travel, neighbourhood residents, area partners, and city commuters, the Centre offers a safe, accessible and welcoming place. Working with the City of Winnipeg, the construction of this new 3,500 sq ft facility incorporates both active and passive programming and features an approx. 1,800 sq ft half-court gymnasium, as well as a 500 sq ft multi-purpose room. The building also incorporates a Servery Room to function as a learning kitchen for area residents. The new building is situated in approximately the same location as the original facility, so as to minimize impact on existing mature trees and root systems. The building is also designed to incorporate the requirements of theCity of Winnipeg Accessibility Design Standards. Linking outdoor action with indoor observation was integral to the design, ensuring the Centre is an inclusive and barrier-free community place. This is a building with multiple faces: welcoming to pedestrians and, like alantern, glowing with light.

1.4. Goals And ObjectivesGOAL: Designing a Hotel and Convention Centre that uses Advance Technologies on Materials and systems yet not compromising the beauty of the environment.The goal was to not only deter negative activity but to spark positive opportunities in a fun, safe place where young people could connect.4. The present general comment seeks to enhance the understanding of the importance of article 31 for childrens well-being and development; to ensure respect for and strengthen the application of the rights under article 31, as well as other rights in the Convention, and to highlight the implications for the determination of:

OBJECTIVE: To design a building that is ecology responsible through buildings and innovation To create a design that takes advantage of the beautiful scenery of Legazpi and the beauty of its surroundings To create a design that focuses on the specifications of our climate and the Civic/Cultural Identity of the site.

For the purpose of the National Recreation Policy, recreation is defined as comprising all positive activities in which a person may choose to take part that will make his or her leisure time more interesting, more enjoyable and personally satisfying. The policy aims to encompass both organised activities for young people as well as more casual activities that young people engage in during their free time. Seven core objectives have been set for the policy, as follows: 1. Give young people a voice in the design, implementation and monitoring of recreation policies and facilities. 2. Promote organised activities for young people and examine ways to motivate them to be involved. 3. Ensure that the recreational needs of young people are met through the development of youthfriendly and safe environments. 4. Maximise the range of recreational opportunities available for young people who are marginalised, disadvantaged or who have a disability. 5. Promote relevant qualifications/standards in the provision of recreational activities. 6. Develop a partnership approach in developing and funding recreational opportunities across the statutory, community and voluntary sectors. 7. Improve information on, evaluation and monitoring of recreational provision for young people in Ireland.

1.5. Scope And DelimitationsSCOPEThe Center is located on 10 acres in South Austin just south of Oltorf off Cumberland Dr. The facility includes an indoor basketball gym, stage, large meeting room, kitchen and lobby open to the public for pool and ping pong. Outdoor park amenities include outdoor basketball court, two lit tennis courts, picnic area, playscape and lighted ball fields.

The ranges of the study are the following: Related studies, theories, principles for the project. Design guidelines for the project. Technologies on Materials and SystemsDELIMITATIONSThe study delimits itself from the following: Structural analysis and load computation. Detail of the building technology and technique. Mechanical Engineering design of facility and other related system. Electrical load computation and analysis. Plumbing analysis.1.6. Justification Of The StudyThe study will be challenged to design a Hotel and Convention Centre that will be shaped by some of the latest technologies on building materials and systems yet infused with the Civic/Cultural Identity of Albay, Bicol1.7. Definition of Terms, Abbreviation, and ConceptsThe Youth Center is a social and recreational center intended primarily for use by children ages 11 to 18 years. In some cases, children as young as six years old will use a Youth Center, but usually only if special programs are in place to accommodate them. The Center supports opportunities for youth to develop their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive abilities and to experience achievement, leadership, enjoyment, friendship, and recognition.

Recreation is defined as being all those socially acceptable activities that a person chooses to do in order to make their leisure time more interesting, more enjoyable, and more personally satisfying

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