Mirador Ecológico Cachipamba: diseño sostenible y bioconstrucción para potenciar el ecoturismo

Abstract

The research addresses the inappropriate use of the natural viewpoint in the community of Cachipamba, Azogues, which has generated negative effects on the sociocultural environment and the experience of visitors. The need to transform this infrastructure into something functional and environmentally respectful is justified. The study proposes solutions that promote sustainable tourism, vital for local development, through the rehabilitation of the viewpoint with principles of sustainability and bioconstruction. This will improve residents' quality of life by providing a healthier environment and preserving the natural landscape for future generations, aligning with sustainable development goals. The transformation is anticipated to attract more visitors, generate income, and stimulate the local economy. From a social perspective, the new design will offer recreational and commercial spaces that meet the community's and tourists' needs, enhancing social cohesion. In the scientific realm, the integration of bioconstruction will contribute to the conservation of the natural environment. The objective is to propose a preliminary project from the tourist viewpoint of Cachipamba, applying bio-construction techniques to recover the degraded space and promote sustainable tourism. The study, conducted with 200 participants selected through stratified random sampling, culminated in a design that optimizes the distribution of recreational and commercial areas, enriching the user experience and turning the viewpoint into a model of environmentally responsible infrastructure.