Propuesta arquitectónica de un Centro de Gestión y Control animal, a partir de principios de modularidad para el cantón Ambato

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a lack of concern regarding the problem of animal abandonment in Ecuador; several studies reveal that the numbers are rising sharply each year. There is currently a need to address the issue of urban street animals; proper management is required to control the population of abandoned animals. Municipal collaboration is essential to initiate a committed adoption program free from exploitation, one that positively promotes animal welfare, public health, and civic harmony. To develop the proposal, a process of observation, analysis, and strategic decisionmaking was employed, grounded in theoretical and conceptual foundations for selecting the construction system. Regarding material selection, a preliminary inventory of materials was compiled, focusing on equipment for animal management. Semi-structured interviews identified specific requirements related to veterinary care, institutional constraints, and design. The architectural proposal focuses on material modulation and the appropriate use of these elements, with the primary objective of reducing environmental impact while promoting spaces that are easy to maintain, hygienic, and durable. In this way, principles of architectural modulation are incorporated that positively address the need for the rescue of street animals, thereby effectively establishing the appropriate facilities for an Animal Management and Control Center.