This study aims to determine the analysis and application of architectural ecology concepts so as to create a design for the development of pine forest natural tourism in Botuwombato Village, Kwandang District, North Gorontalo Regency. In order to achieve this goal, this study adopts qualitative methods by collecting data through field observation, open interviews, and document analysis. The results showed that the pine forest area is located in Botuwombato Village, Kwandang District, North Gorontalo Regency, this area has existing conditions that still look beautiful and cool and has the potential to be used as natural tourism. This area has an area of 41450 m2 or 4,145 hectares which is divided into five zones for site arrangement and supporting facilities such as road infrastructure and also tourism development infrastructure. The application of the concept of architectural ecology in this research is very effective and efficient in terms of better environmental management. Recommendations for future research are the measurement of the actual impact of the application of architectural ecology concepts, community participation in the tourism development process and simulation models to test various development scenarios as a whole, this study applies an understanding of natural tourism development by considering aspects of ecological concepts, and highlights the sustainability of nature and humans.
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