PROPUESTA DE ESTANDARIZACIÓN ARQUITECTÓNICA PARA CENTROS GERONTOLÓGICOS EN LA REGIÓN COSTA DEL ECUADOR A IMPLANTARSE DEMOSTRATIVAMENTE EN LA CIUDAD DE ESMERALDAS

Abstract

This architectonic project proposes to design a prototype for senior’s residences to be apllied in the city of Esmeraldas with a modular approach that could be possibly applied in other cities of the Ecuadorian coast through its modification and adaptation. Due to the increasing demand for these institutions and the poor conditions of the ones that can found in this area. The research process contains interviews, interactive workshops, study of analogies and literature review that contributed to establish the guidelines and parameters for the design process. The importance of this work lies in improving the quality of life od the elderly through safe, comfortable and dynamic spaces that promote their integral welfare