Critical analysis of urban evolution in Quevedo, Ecuador from the perspective of architecture and territorial development
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Territorial development, sustainable urbanism, bioclimatic architecture, participatory planningAbstract
Quevedo, located in the province of Los Ríos, Ecuador, has experienced accelerated urban growth in recent decades, driven by its role as a commercial and agro-industrial hub. This study critically analyzes its urban evolution from an architectural and territorial perspective, using a mixed methodology that combines documentary analysis, GIS mapping and interviews with key stakeholders. The results reveal a radial growth with high density in the center and a disorderly expansion in the periphery, where 60% of the land is residential and the industrial zones are concentrated on the road to Guayaquil. There is a lack of land use planning, socio-spatial segregation, and environmental vulnerability, with 15% of the urban area exposed to flooding. In addition, there is a deficit of public spaces (less than 5% of the urban area) and insufficient mobility, with high travel times and vehicular congestion. The study proposes strategies for balanced development, such as updating the Development and Land Use Plan (PDOT) with a resilient approach, promoting bioclimatic architecture, and implementing sustainable transportation systems. The need to integrate community participation in urban planning to ensure contextualized solutions is highlighted. The findings underscore the urgency of comprehensive policies that harmonize economic growth with environmental sustainability.
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