Rehabilitación arquitectónica del centro comunitario y recreativo en la Ciudadela La Paz, Pelileo, Tungurahua

Abstract

Architectural rehabilitation comprises a set of interventions aimed at restoring the functional, physical, and structural conditions of a building, allowing it to be adapted to current needs. In the realm of public space, this process is especially relevant because these spaces foster community interaction, gatherings, and the development of recreational activities that contribute to the physical, social, and emotional well-being of the population. This research addresses the problems of the community and recreational center in Ciudadela La Paz, located in the Pelileo canton, Tungurahua province, which has suffered progressive physical and functional deterioration that has limited its use and diminished the residents' sense of belonging to this space. In response to this situation, an architectural rehabilitation proposal is presented, aimed at restoring its functionality and promoting its renewed appropriation by the community. The proposal includes the incorporation of sports areas, pedestrian walkways, playgrounds, and green spaces, with the purpose of strengthening recreational activities and improving the quality of the public space. The study employs a mixedmethods approach, integrating quantitative and qualitative techniques through direct field observation, interviews, and surveys administered to residents of the area. This methodology allows for the analysis of both the physical conditions of the space and the needs and perceptions of its users. Finally, the proposal is developed using graphic-conceptual representations and architectural representation resources, such as plans and other graphic media, which facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the proposed intervention.