Análisis del diseño de espacios arquitectónicos de la capilla patrimonial de la Medalla Milagrosa de la ciudad de Ambato

Abstract

The design of architectural spaces has the purpose of making use of the ergonomic, aesthetic and functional forms within a space; this is how it has been present for a long time in different areas that seek to please a user, in addition to the different types where it is applied, in this case spaces of worship or religious. This is the case of the patrimonial chapel of the Medalla Milagrosa, which has a historical and cultural value that identifies the Ambato society. The Chapel has an architectural history of which very little is known, so an investigation of this type covers both a study of the exterior architecture, but focuses more on the spaces and objects that exist inside it, rescuing the cultural value of each of these elements and repositioning it as a tourist icon, being this a representative jewel of the city of Ambato. In order to fulfil the objectives, set out, different research techniques are applied, such as field and bibliographic research, which allow the historical memory, cultural and social value and identity of the Chapel of the Medalla Milagrosa to be revealed, thus rescuing its aesthetic, historical and spatial aspects. The present study will mainly cover the interior, both spaces and furnishings, which are the main characteristic of this church, as the forms have neo gothic style features. Finally, it catalogues most of the interior design elements that make this church a provincial and national reference, thus rescuing its architectural value and exposing the details that make this a unique religious structure, which has no comparison with other religious space in the city. The aim is to rescue and enhance its cultural and social value within the society of Ambato, as well as to inform both public entities and the Sisters of Charity on how to maintain this church and recognize the heritage elements that make it up.