PROPUESTA DE DISEÑO Y REMODELACIÓN DEL CENTRO DE ALOJAMIENTO PARA PACIENTES DE SOLCA, GUAYAQUIL

Abstract

This research focuses on the design proposal for a new Accommodation Center for SOLCA Patients in Guayaquil, complemented by a remodeling of the existing facilities. This approach seeks to address the growing needs of oncology patients and their families, who face limitations in space, reduced accessibility, and deteriorated structural conditions in the current accommodation. The main objective is to design an integral space that not only expands the center’s capacity but also ensures comfort, functionality, and universal accessibility. To achieve this, the methodology combines documentary research, case study analysis, and participatory tools, such as interviews with specialists from various disciplines and workshops with center users. The proposal includes creating a new center with spaces adapted to the identified needs, incorporating principles of sustainability and biophilic design. Additionally, improvements to the existing infrastructure are proposed, focusing on optimizing the distribution of areas, environmental quality, and user experience. As a result, the aim is to provide an environment that promotes the physical and emotional well-being of patients, facilitates their treatment process, and strengthens SOLCA’s institutional image as a leader in comprehensive oncology care. This project is presented as a replicable model that addresses current public health and architectural demands in Ecuador.