The concept known as bioregionalism is based on the idea that all life is established and maintained on a functional community basis and that all of these distinctive communities (bioregions) have mutually supporting life systems that are generally self-sustaining. Human civilization is an integral part of the natural world and is dependent on the preservation of nature for its own perpetuation. Over the ages the complex interaction of natural evolution and human adaptation has given every place on earth a unique set of qualities that sets it apart from all other places.

Preserving the special characteristics of a place requires in-depth understanding of the natural systems in place and immersion into the time-tested cultural responses to that environment's assets and liabilities. In meeting the needs of the human community, development must be designed and built with an awareness of the interrelationships between natural, cultural, social, and economic resources both locally and globally. Development must be limited to improving human life within the carrying capacity of resources and ecosystems. Development must not be an economic activity fueling the belief in endless growth. Thus the goal of sustainable development and sustainable building design is to create optimum relationships between people and their environments. More specifically, sustainable development should have the absolute minimal impact on the local, regional, and global environments. Planners, designers, developers, and operators have an opportunity and a responsibility to protect the sanctity of a place, its people and its spirit.

It is the uniqueness of certain environments that creates the curiosity for tourism and the desire to experience their special relaxative, recuperative, or recreative qualities. In providing facilities and activities for visitors, special care must be taken not to destroy the very resources or qualities they come to experience. This requires built environments that can sensitize and educate its users. Those responsible for park- and tourism-related developments must recognize that by providing knowledge of the environment, they create the knowledge that is necessary to protect it.

Design by: Engr. AbdulRahiim S. Desinon