“Anteproyecto de vivienda en altura de interés social, aplicando el sistema de soportes. Caso de estudio: Azogues, sector -La Playa-”

Abstract

The topic in this research responds to the challenges faced by social housing at the urban- architectural level. The problem of marginality and accelerated growth causes a disorganized development, increasing costs in infrastructure and essential services. In addition, the economic housing model in Ecuador generates standardized construction, which does not adapt to the context and the population. Encountered with this situation, the "Theory of Supports" is proposed. This theory applies concepts of densification, participation, flexibility, adaptability, and evolution that articulate and complement housing to satisfy the requirements and expectations of the users. It utilizes a theoretical and graphic analysis based on the characteristics, elements, and methodological processes that create a system for designing an urban-architectural residential proposal in Azogues city. The project achieves the densification of the sector through vertical construction, which suggests the city's height expansion; it submits an enveloping structure and established facilities. However, the user can modify or expand the house's internal spaces according to needs and economic resources, considering the spatial adaptability in reply to the reality of families. The housing units suggested implementing the concepts presented by John Habraken, where the inhabitant is the essential piece in the design of the building.