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HUMBERTO DAVID GIL GARZON

SAN JUAN DE DIOS RIVERWALK

Awarded best class project on The Architectureal Open ITESM, 2017.

ARTERY OF LIFE: BODY OF THE COMMUNITY

1 3 2 4

CONFLUENCE CENTER

WELLNESSANDHEALTH CENTER

SAN JUAN DE DIOS RIVER WALK ]

SAN JUAN DE DIOS RIVER WALK

HUMBERTO DAVID GIL GARZÓN

JANUARY- MAY 2018

PROJECT STUDIO IV

ITESM

GUADALAJARA , JAL.

“TRANSIT CORRIDORS, WHEN PROPERTY PLANNED AND CORDINATED, CAN HELP ORGANIZE METROPOLITAN STRUCTURE AND REVITALIZE URBAN CENTERS.”

- CNU, THE CHAR TER OF NEW URBANISM

LOCATION []

[] JALISCO

JALISCO IN NUMBERS ]

Population: 7,844,830

Capital city: Guadalajara

No. of municipalities : 125

Metropolitan areas:

Greater Guadalajara (ZMG)

Greater Puerto Vallarta

Greater Ocotlán

SOCIAL DEFIENCES IN JALISCO

GREATER GUADALAJARA IN NUMBERS

Population: 4,434,878

Area: 2.734 km2

Density: 1,622 Pop. per km2

Municipalities: Guadalajara

Zapopan

Tlaquepaque Tonalá Tlajomulco Ixtlahuacán

Juanacatlán

ZMG IN NUMBERS [ ]

2,734 Km2 is the total area of the metropolitan zone of the total area is for agricultural use. 40%

15% of the total area is forest.

22% of the total area is urbanized.

70% of the total area depends on the water of the Chapala lake.

89% of the total area has access to public transport nearby.

METROPOLITAN AREA

Urban expansion over the years

POPULATION []

POPULATION PROJECTION 2030 [ ]

Massive public transportation

Main avenues

Lázaro Cardenas

Line1

URBAN MOBILITY [ ]

In the metropolitan zone of Guadalajara ZMG actually live about 4.5 million

The 10 million rides that take place everyday, are distributed by:

37.4% 28.3% 27.2% 2.2%

The amount of particular vehicles in ZMG.

Average amount of people per vehicle

Average of trip duration.

82 min

Average time people wait at a stop or station.

15 min

Average distance people reach in one trip.

8 Km

Percentage of people that transfer at least once a day.

67% Average distance people walk in one trip.

0.74 Km

Percetage of trips that lasts for more than 2 hours.

23% Percetage of people waiting more than 20 min.

22% Percetage of people traveling more than 12 Km in one trip.

16%

Percentage of people who transfer twice a day.

18% Percetage of people walking more than 1 Km in one trip.

22%

TRANSPORTATION HIERARCHY

01 Metropolitan center

PUBLIC SPACE DISTRIBUTION BY DISTRICT [ ]

20.6%

D7. Cruz del Sur

11.8%

D6. Tetlán

14.1%

D5. Olímpica

15.2%

D1. Centro

16.8%

D2. Minerva

11.5%

D3. Huentitán

10.1%

D4. Oblatos

POPULATION IN DISTRICT 01 [ ]

DWELLING DENSITY BY HECTARE [ ]

LAND USE BY TYPE

TOTAL POPULATION BY SUBDISTRICT [ ]

DWELLING OCCUPATION [ ]

STREET MATERIALS [ ]

sub-districts

Zona Centro

Concrete

Asphalt

Cobble

CHAPTER II [ ]

SITE ANALYSIS

Site location

City of Guadalajara

GROUPS AREAS [ ]

Action area

Main Avenues:

Study groups:

STREET NAMES [ ]

Group I

Street names

Priciliano Sánchez

STREET WAYS [ ]

Street ways

NEIGHBORHOODS

Neighborhoods

City divisions

Colonias

STUDY BLOCKS []

Study blocks

Group I Team 8

OLD PARTIAL PLANS

2003 - 2017

Old partial plans (2003 - 2017)

Central mixed high intensity

Mixto Central Alto

Limited area where retail and service prevail over dwelling.

Distrital mixed high intensity

Mixto Distrital Alto

Limited area where dwelling, retail and service coexists in balance.

SAN JUAN DE DIOS RIVER

San Juan de Dios River

Guadalajara

Analco Mexicaltzingo

San Juan de Dios

Rio San Juan de Dios

PIPED RIVER [ ]

The already existent river San Juan de Dios is piped underground. The piped section starts below 50 cm beneath the ground and every kilometer drops down by 4.2 meters.

TIMELINE [ ]

Time line

San Juan de Dios river

Calzada Independencia

1542

The fundation

Guadalajara

1700s

Urban settlements were developed around the river.

Inhabitants threw sanitary waste and garbage into the river

1800s

City mayor Miguel Ahuada Salcedo and his team created a plan to pipe the river in order to improve urban image and public sanitation.

1833

Many bridges were built in order to cross the river.

Cholera disease epidemic in the area

1904

The construction finished in 1911 and it was named after the president of the time, Porfirio Diaz.

1911

1910

Celebrations of the centenary of the independence

1920

End of the Mexican revolution

1921

The name was changed to Calzada Independecia after the mexican revolution was finished

1925

State governor Jose Guadalupe Zuno began and finished de second part of the avenue, including the North-South way.

1925

Demolition of bridges

1952 Estadio Jalisco and the University health school were opened near the avenue

1964

Bullring arena “Nuevo progreso”

1980

Openings of Guadalajara´s Zoo, Mirador park and the school of art, architecture and design.

2006

New plan of a system of Bus Rapid Transit B.R.T in the city were anouced.

2008

State governor Emilio González began the construction of the Macrobus.

2009 2018

Calzada Independencia as a social barrier

Diference between the two sides of Calzada Independencia

EAST WEST

Ecomic level

Police

Urban greenery

Colleges

Violence

Health

EXISTING ARCHITECTURE

Aldama

Aldama

STREET ELEVATION

STREET ELEVATIONS

603 (Plaza de los Mariachis - Barranca)

707 (Cerro de la Reina - Av Guadalupe)

STREET ELEVATIONS

Retail and service

Farías EmpeñofácilTeQiaoYa: Restaurante ZapateríaMilusHotelOntario

ElBohemiodelacalzadaFarmaciaGuadalajara

Distribuidoraeléctrica

RioColoradio: Restaurant&Bar FerreteríaFoxterToolsPlazaAndroide

STREET SECTION [ ]

Calle 20 de Noviembre

Calle Valentín Gómez Farías

STREET SECTIONS [

Calle Fortunato Arce

Calle Aldama

CHAPTER III DESIGN STRATEGY & PROGRAM

DESIGN STRATEGY [ ]

Health Design

Urban mobility

Creative locations

HEALTH DESIGN [ ]

Transformation of urban areas into restorative green enviroments

PROBLEMS [ ]

Challenges of urban environments to the human being. Health related problems within the urban enviroment.

SOLUTION [ ]

Approach focusing on factors that support human health. Enourage mental, social and physical well-being.

HOW ? [ ]

Improve urban environments throught the biophilia hypotesis. (Natural enviroments can generate wellness)

BIOPHILIA HYPOTESIS [

BIOPHILIA HYPOTESIS

Reestablishing a connection to nature through biophilic design will promote a change in human behavior to care for the natural environment rather than furthering the degradation.

There is a reciprocal relationship between nature and human processes to be understood through a human ecosystem model. Understanding this relationship will allow us to integrate nature into a space to effectively increase well-being and influence positive interaction with nature.

Once we understand how to best i ncorporate biophilia i nto design, we can use transformational ecology principles to guide human behavior towards more sustainable action

- Melissa Montgomery, Benefits of biophilic design

CREATIVE LOCATIONS [ ]

Transformation of urban areas into atractive and vibrant enviroments

Lack of an art scene in the city.

Unsightly views and no visitors.

Monotony and tediosity in urban areas.

Create attractive locations and unique paths for visitors and locals.

Improve urban environments by means of the use of legal urban art spaces.

BENEFITS OF URBAN ART

QUALITY OF LIFE

Art can reduce stress and boost the immune system.

CULTURE AND TOURISM

Urban art locations attracts visitors and tourists.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Public art encourage social interaction and community feeling.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

An art scene can attract new markets and business.

IMPROVE URBAN IMAGE

Public art can make the city visualy pleasing.

PROMOTE POSITIVE MESSAGES

Public art can communicate positive messages to a large audience.

URBAN MOBILITY [ ]

Danger for pedestrians and cyclist. Lack of use of public transport.

SOLUTION [ ]

Design focused on public transport system. Safe routes for pedestrians and cyclists.

HOW ? [ ]

Create exclusive roads for public transport, pedestrians and cyclists.

BENEFITS OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT [ ]

CONGESTION

LAND VALUE

Increase the value of the land nearby public transport systems.

HEALTH

AEGING POPULATION

Public transport is heavily relied upon by the elderly, often as the only means of mobility in urban areas. By removing cars from the streets, public transport reduces air pollution.

CLEANER ENVIRONMENT

UNIVERSAL RANGE

Public transport has the ability to transport disabled people.

PROGRAMS

RIVERWALK LINEAR PARK

URBAN FARM

BYCICLE CENTER

PROJECT CHAPTER IV

LINEAR PARK RIVERWALK

RESTORE THE RIVER OF SAN JUAN DE DIOS

INTEGRATE THE TWO NEIGHBORHOODS

REMOVE THE CIRCULATION OF PRIVATE VEHICLES

ONLY ALOW PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

AGUA AZUL-MORELOS AXIS

BELONGING

INTEREST PARTICIPATION APPROPRIATION INDENTITY

MACROBUS LINE 1 [ ]

City of Guadalajara

Macrobus Line 1

Agua Azul - Morelos Axis

MACROBUS LINE 1 [ ]

Mirador

Monumental

Circunvalación

Ciencias

Juan Alvarez

Ciprés

Lázaro Cárdenas

Agua Azul - Morelos Axis

Line 1

Agua Azul

Niños Heroes

La Paz

Bicentenario

San Juan deDios

Alameda

Norte San Patricio Igualdad

Monte Olivete

de la Salud

Heroe de Nacozari

El Dean

Zona Industrial Lopez de Legazpi Clemente Orozco

CONNECTIVITY [ ]

City of Guadalajara

Macrobus Line 1

Agua Azul - Morelos Axis

Light train Line 1

Light train Line 2

Light train Line 3

City of Guadalajara

Macrobus Line 1

Agua Azul - Morelos Axis

Light train Line 1

Light train Line 2

Light train Line 3

Light train Line 1

Mirador

Huentitán

Zoo

Independencia Norte

San Patricio

Igualdad

Monumental

Monte Olivete

Circunvalación

Ciencias de la Salud

Juan Alvarez

Alameda

San Juan deDios

Bicentenario

La Paz

Niños Heroes

Agua Azul

Ciprés

Heroe de Nacozari

Lázaro Cárdenas

El Dean

Zona Industrial

Lopez de Legazpi

Clemente Orozco

Artes Plasticas

Escultura

Fray Angelico

Light train Line 2 LighttrainLine3

PUBLIC BIKE POLYGONS [ ]

Public Bike “Mi Bici”

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

TRANSPORTATION / LEISURE

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

LEVELS DIAGRAMS [ ]

- Levels on the project

- The project drop 2.4 meters emulating a river and avoiding the exiting pipes

RIVER DESIGN PROCESS [ ]

MACROBUS LANE [ ]

Average section [ ]

BIKEWAY [ ]

Average section [ ]

PEDESTRIAN WAYS [ ]

Average section [ ]

MACROBUS LANE [ ]

3.5m

1.5m

[SIDEWALK ]

1.5m

VEGETATION

POINTS OF INTEREST [ ]

Macrobus Station Stairs

Pedestrian Crossing Ramp

MASTER PLAN []

AVERAGE FLOORPLAN

CONSTRUCTIVE SECTION [ ]

Polished Concrete 5cm Asphalt 10cm

CONSTRUCTIVE SECTION [ ]

Facade

1m Foundation for the Macrobus Lane

Concrete Template

Masonry Retaining Wall

Masonry Foundation River

Pipe 25cm Diameter

AUTO BRIDGE FLOOR PLAN [

UNDER THE BRIDGE FLOORPLAN

AUTO BRIDGE SECTION

STATIONS FLOORPLAN

MACROBUS STATION

SECTION ELEVETION 6m 0m

MACROBUS STATION SECTION

RAMP & STAIRS FLOORPLAN

STAIRS ELEVATIONS [ ]

PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE FLOORPLAN

PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE SECTION

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

Valentín Gómez Farías to Franciso I. Madero

Federico Medrano to Héroes de la Independencia

Libertad to Constitución

Leandro Valle to Guadalupe Victoria

TREE CATALOG [ ]

Arrayán Luma Apiculata

These reach 3 to 5 meters of height and a diameter of 1m.

Ficus Ficus Benjamina

These can reach 15 meters of height and have leaves with a lenght from 6 to 13 cm.

Nanché Byrsonima crassifolia

Primavera Tabebuia

It can reach 20 meters of height and can be of different color, primarily yellow or pink..

VIEW TOWARDS THE MONUMENT [ ]

VIEW TOWARDS THE STAIRS [ ]

VIEW TOWARDS THE STAIRS [ ]

VIEW TOWARDS THE STAIRS [ ]

VIEW TOWARDS THE STAIRS [ ]

VIEW TOWARDS THE STATION [

BIBLIOGRAPHY []

Catálogo de árboles

Medio Ambiente Gestión Integral de la CIudad. Catálogo de árboles. 16 de Abril del 2018, de Gobierno de Guadalajara Sitio web: https:// guadalajara.gob.mx/bosque-urbano/catalogo-de-arboles.html

El Parque Agua Azul

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El San Juan de Dios Rio de Guadalajara

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Guadalajara de Ayer

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Gestión Integral de la ciudad. (2000). Plan Parcial de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito Urbano 3. 16 de Abril del 2018, de Gobierno de Guadalajara Sitio web: http://cdn.guadalajara.gob.mx/planesparciales/PPDU-D1SD03-Centro-Medico.pdf

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Plan de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito 6

Gestión Integral de la ciudad. (2000). Plan Parcial de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito Urbano 6. 16 de Abril del 2018, de Gobierno de Guadalajara Sitio web:

http://cdn.guadalajara.gob.mx/planesparciales/PPDU-D1SD06-Analco.pdf

Plan de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito 7

Gestión Integral de la ciudad. (2000). Plan Parcial de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito Urbano 7. 16 de Abril del 2018, de Gobierno de Guadalajara Sitio web:

http://cdn.guadalajara.gob.mx/planesparciales/PPDU-D1SD07-La-Moderna.pdf

Plan de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito 8

Gestión Integral de la ciudad. (2000). Plan Parcial de Desarrollo Urbano: Subdistrito Urbano 8. 16 de Abril del 2018, de Gobierno de Guadalajara Sitio web:

http://cdn.guadalajara.gob.mx/planesparciales/PPDU-D1SD08-Agua-Azul.pdf

Sedeur plantará más de mil 800 árboles en Calzada Independencia. El Informador. (2008). Sedeur plantará más de mil 800 árboles en Calzada Independencia. 16 de Abril del 2018, de El Informador Sitio web: https://www.informador.mx/Jalisco/Sedeur-plantara-mas-de-mil-800-arboles-en-Calzada-Independencia-20080928-0256.html

Mexico has a great variety of landscapes classified as World Heritage sites, but within these, there are only two "cultural landscapes," one in Oaxaca and the other in Jalisco called "The Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila."

In the following diagram, we can observe the analysis of natural elements, which was conducted at two different scales. First, using the entire buffer area that encompasses the "agave landscape," and second, using the scale of the municipality of El Arenal.

The analyzed elements include location, description, and heritage at both scales. The information obtained in the topics of hydrology and topography, among others, will also be included

INDEX

1-Agave Landscape in the state of Jalisco

-Location of the Agave Landscape

-Description of the Agave Landscape

-Map of settlements and natural elements of the Agave Landscape

-Delimitation of the core zone and buffer zone

2-Scale of the Agave Landscape

-Topography

-Geography

-Soil science (Edaphology)

-Vegetation

-Hydrology

-Protected Natural Areas

-Ejido (a type of communal land tenure in Mexico)

-Elements of the Cultural Landscape

-Summary of diagnosis: SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats)

3-Municipal scale

-Topography

-Geography

-Soil science (Edaphology)

-Vegetation

-Hydrology

-Land use

-Ejido (a type of communal land tenure in Mexico)

-Elements of the Cultural Landscape

-Risk and pollution zones

-Community diagnosis

-Summary of diagnosis: SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats)

4-Community diagnosis workshop

5-Artery of Life Strategy

Physical and Natural Environment

-Plan of strategies

-Master Plan

-Vegetation catalog

-Typology of bridges

SOURCE: Self elaborated with information of the JIMAV.

Tequila El Arenal

Amatitan Teuchitlan Magdalena

1. AGAVE LANDSCAPE, JALISCO

The Agave Landscape in Jalisco extends across five municipalities: Tequila, Magdalena, Teuchitlán, Amatitán, and El Arenal, with its buffer zone encompassing the entirety of some of them. This landscape in the state of Jalisco is one of the most important cultural landscapes in Mexico, not only for its natural significance but also for the cultural tradition that has been preserved for centuries.

Information from the intercensal survey 2015 (IIEG)

SOURCE: Scripta Nova, 2016.

SOURCE: Milenio Newspaper 2018

SOURCE: Milenio Newspaper 2018

In 2006, the Agave Landscape was declared a World Heritage Site (Cultural Landscape category) by UNESCO. The aim is to preserve the landscape formed by the slopes of the Tequila Volcano and the deep canyon of the Rio Grande de Santiago, as well as the landscape transformed by human activity through the cultivation of Blue Agave and the industrial heritage consisting of tequila factories.

Out of the 6 cultural criteria required for the Agave Landscape to be included in this UNESCO category, 4 were met for its inscription. (C2: Bearing a unique or at least exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or to a civilization which is living or has disappeared. C4: Being an outstanding example of a type of building, architectural or technological ensemble).

o landacape that illustrates a new significative stage in human history.

C5: Being an eminent example of a human settlement tradition, utilization of the sea.

o utilization of the land, that is representative of one or more cultures or of human interaction with the environment, especially when it becomes vulnerable to the impact of irreversible changes.

o C6: Being directly or tangibly associated with living events or traditions, with ideas or beliefs, with artistic and literary works of outstanding universal significance. (The committee considers that this criterion should preferably be accompanied by other criteria).

SOURCE: Scripta Nova, 2016.

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

NATURAL LANDSCAPE AND HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

The settlements found in the area have the peculiarity of being surrounded by the Tequila Volcano, a nutrient-rich zone. The municipalities that make up this area are Magdalena, Tequila, Amatitán, El Arenal, and Teuchitlán. Tequila, Amatitán, and El Arenal are in a privileged geographical position as they are framed by two natural elements, the Tequila Volcano and the Santiago Canyon.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway Railway Line

Delimitation of Agave Landscape Buffer Zone

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

CORE ZONE

CORE: It comprises a geometric area delimited by the slope formed by the foothills of the Tequila Volcano and the Grand Santiago River Canyon. The proposed perimeter polygon encompasses portions of the municipalities of Magdalena, Tequila, Amatitán, and El Arenal, incorporating a segment of the Tehuchitlán municipality corresponding to the perimeter of the Guachimontones protection zone. It includes archaeological sites of the ancient inhabitants of the region, remnants of old taverns and haciendas that produced mezcal wine, industrial architecture associated with tequila production, and the traditional agave landscape region.

The core zone consists of:

3,465.6 hectares

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway Line

Delimitation of Agave Landscape Buffer

SOURCE: Gobierno del Estado, 2014

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

BUFFER ZONE

BUFFER ZONE: It exhibits a unique attractiveness and natural beauty. The natural landscape where agave plantations are located is framed by the Tequila Volcano and the canyon of the Santiago River. The territory encompassed within the core region and the buffer zone, according to the obtained information, is the place of origin of the Blue Weber Agave variety. This plant has undergone an extended process of domestication that has shaped its current characteristics.

The buffer zone consists of:

3,894 hectares.

SIMBOLOGY

Carretera Guadalajara-Tepic

Linea de ferrocarril

Delimitación de Paisaje Agavero zona de amortiguamiento

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

2. CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

SCALE

ANALYSIS OF NATURAL ELEMENTS

FUENTE: Elaboración propia con información del INEGI

TOPOGRAPHY

Contour Lines

The Agave Landscape has two significant points of reference in its topography, namely the Tequila Volcano with a maximum height of 2,920 meters and the Santiago River Canyon with a depth ranging between 100 and 1,250 meters.

Representation in cross-sectional format of the topography of the cultural landscape.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway Line

Delimitation of Agave Landscape Buffer

Zone

300-800 meters

800-1300 meters

1300-1900 meters

1900-2400 meters

2400-2900 meters

Santiago River

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2019

SOURCE: Union Jalisco Newspaper 2017

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

Volcán de Tequila

Barranca de Río Santiago

GEOGRAPHY

The volcano and canyon

This is a highly privileged area due to the contrast in elevation between the two most notable points in the area, the Tequila Volcano and the Santiago River Canyon. This region is called Valles, derived from its location at the foothills of two mountain ranges (Transversal Volcanic System or Neovolcanic Axis and Sierra Madre Occidental). The territorial extension of the Valles Region is 5,891 km2, covering 12 municipalities, which represents 7.3 percent of the total state area and positions it as a mid-sized geographical area in relation to the rest of the state of Jalisco.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway Line

Delimitation of Agave Landscape Buffer

Zone

Volcano PA Canyon

Santiago River

SOURCE: Jalisco´s Gobernment, 2019

SOURCE Unión Jalisco Newspaper, 2017

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

EDAPHOLOGY

Soil Types

The origin of the soils in the municipality dates back to the Tertiary period. The soil units identified in the study area correspond to Chromic Cambisol Bc, Eutric Regosol Re, Eutric Fluvisol Je, Haplic Feozem Hh, Luvisolic Feozem Hl, Chromic Luvisol Lc, and Ferric Luvisol Lf. Due to their extent, the predominant units are Haplic Feozem, Chromic Luvisol, and Eutric Regosol.

Feozem:Dark-colored soil (rich in organic matter) Litosol:Soil with a depth of less than 10 cm Regosol:Soil with an ocheric or gleic horizon at more than 50 cm, coarse texture, without clay accumulations, without evidence of cambic or oxic horizons, never albic Luvisol:Other soils with argillic B horizon.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway Line

Delimitation of Cultural

Landscape

Feozem Soil

Litosol Soil

Luvisol Soil Regosol Soil

Santiago River

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

VEGETATION

Types of vegetation: The most important vegetation zones observed include Agricultural areas, Forests, Grasslands, Lowland Jungle, and Secondary Vegetation.

Agriculture: Agave, Corn, Sugarcane

Forest: (Pinus ocarpa) and oak (Quercus) species in the upper stratum; (Acacia pennatula) and (Arbutos sp.) in the middle stratum.

Induced Grassland: Three-awn grass (Aristida adscensionis), Bahiagrass (Paspalum notatum), Rosette grass (Cenchus spp.), etc. Herbaceous species such as (Heteropogon contortus), (Rynchelytrum repens), and (Cloris gaynus) are also found.

Deciduous Lowland Jungle: Tepehuaje, Osote, Pitayo, Organ, Ceiba, Pochote; in the middle stratum: Guacima, Tepame; in the lower stratum: Tacote, Aile, Madroño, Tejocote, Tepame, Oak, and grasses.

Secondary Vegetation: It is a plant community formed after the destruction of primary vegetation, which may recover to its original state in some cases or have a different species composition. Areas with this type of vegetation are located in the eastern and southwestern parts of the municipality, covering 9.80% of the municipal area.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway Line

Delimitation of Agave Landscape Buffer

Zone

Agriculture

Human settlements

Forests

Water bodies

Grassland

Lowland jungle

Secondary vegetation

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE State Gobernment, 2014

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

Distribution of the various types of vegetation in the agave landscape.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway Line

Delimitation of Agave Landscape Buffer

Zone Agriculture

Human settlements

Forests

Water bodies

Grassland

Lowland jungle

Secondary vegetation

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

Hydrology.

Hydrology, rivers, and dams

The Agave region has several relevant hydrological elements, mainly dams such as Las Tortugas Dam and Santa Rosa Dam, among others. It also has important rivers like El Arenal River, Teuchitlán River, Santa Cruz del Astillero River, etc., as well as various bodies of water

SOURCE: State Gobernment 2014

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway line

Delimitation of the Agave Landscape

Buffer Zone

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

Protected Natural Areas

The Protected Natural Areas at this scale are the Tequila Volcano and the Santiago River Canyon. The Tequila Volcano, also known as Cerro de Tequila, rises to an elevation of 2,900 meters above sea level. Its distinctive image is characterized by the "tetilla," a tall lava needle located at the center of the crater. It is part of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt or Neovolcanic Axis.

The other protected geological feature is the canyon of the Barranca del Río Santiago, formed by the course of the Río Grande de Santiago. This large depression, which shapes the landscape, constitutes the boundary between the Neovolcanic Axis and the Sierra Madre Occidental, the most important mountain systems in Jalisco. The vegetation is distributed according to the altitude, ranging from the bottom to the edge of the canyon, which varies between 700 and 1,800 meters above sea level. This area covers a surface of 51,261.334 hectares.

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Railway line

Delimitation of the Agave Landscape

Buffer Zone

Protected Natural Areas (PAs)

Santiago River

SOURCE: State Gobernment 2019

SOURCE: Unión Jalisco Newspaper, 2017

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

EJIDO

Definition:

Collective land, undivided and without the possibility of being sold or inherited.

Total area in hectares: 33,257.

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SIMBOLOGY

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway Railway line

Delimitation of the Agave Landscape Buffer Zone

Ejidos (communal lands)

Santiago River

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

ELEMENTS OF THE CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

The haciendas that are part of the Inventory of Cultural Heritage of Jalisco are: La Calavera, La Fortuna, El Careño, and La Parreña in El Arenal; Las Fuentes (formerly known as Taberna La Rojeña) in Teuchitlán; Ojo Zarco, Santa María, and Huizilapa in Magdalena; and El Potrero, Antigua Fábrica La Castellana, and Estancita in Tequila..

SOURCE: State Gobernment 2014

SIMBOLOGY

SOURCE: Tequila: Tourist Guide of Jalisco, 2019

SOURCE: Tequila: Tourist Guide of Jalisco, 2019

SOURCE: Tequila: Tourist Guide of Jalisco, 2019

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SWOT Diagnostic Summary

Strengths:

-Recognized by UNESCO.

-Rich in flora and fauna.

-Possibility of growing blue agave (tequila).

-Fertile land.

-The landscape varies according to the circumstances of tequila production.

-800 species of plants and over 170 species of animals.

-The soil is nutrient-poor and lacks moisture (which allows the agave to grow).

Opportunities:

-Obsidian mine.

-River sanitation for utility purposes.

-The unique topography gives rise to many types of species (fauna and flora).

Weaknesses:

-The landscape varies according to the circumstances of tequila production.

-The soil is nutrient-poor and lacks moisture.

-Due to poor management of the tequila industry, UNESCO started being very critical of landscape management.

-Pollution due to vinasse and bagasse.

-The main environmental problem is water pollution.

Threats:

-Poor agave cultivation practices can lead to the elimination of native vegetation due to improper farming techniques, pests, and land tenure changes.

-It can result in the revocation of the cultural landscape title in the area.

-River pollution.

-The diversity of the cultural landscape leads to high tourist demand, which inevitably leads to contamination of the agave landscape.

-Corruption prevents the implementation of conservation measures.

3. MUNICIPAL SCALE

ANALYSIS OF NATURAL ELEMENTS

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PRESA LAS TORTUGAS

Topography

Contour lines

At this scale, the location of the town El Arenal can be observed and how it is surrounded by natural elements of significant heights. Areas with slopes greater than 15% are restricted from urban development. Similarly, the hilltops must be preserved free from any construction.

SIMBOLOGY

Railway line

Lázaro Cárdenas Avenue, Guadalajara-Tepic Highway, bodies of water

El Arenal River

Municipal boundaries:

825-944

944-1062

1062-1181

1181-1299

1299-1418

1418-1536

1536-1655

1655-1773

1773-1892

1892-2010

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

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Edaphology

Types of soil

The origin of the soils in the municipality dates back to the Tertiary Period. The soil units identified in the study area correspond to Chromic Cambisol Bc, Eutric Regosol Re, Eutric Fluvisol Je, Haplic Phaeozem Hh, Luvic Phaeozem Hl, Chromic Luvisol Lc, and Ferric Luvisol Lf. Due to their extent, the predominant soil units are Haplic Phaeozem, Chromic Luvisol, and Eutric Regosol.

Haplic Phaeozem: Dark-colored soil (rich in organic matter)

Lithosol: Soil with a depth of less than 10 cm Regosol: Sandy soil with no clay accumulations, no evidence of cambic or oxic horizons, and never albic horizons

Luvisol: Soils with argic B horizon

Eutric Regosol and Eutric Fluvisol belong to the group of loose granular soils. Due to their lack of stability, these soils pose constraints for urban development as they can cause damage to buildings constructed on them.

Railway line

Lázaro Cárdenas Avenue, Guadalajara-Tepic Highway, Phaeozem

Litosol

Luvisol

Regosol

Body of water

El Arenal River

Municipal boundary

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Vegetation

Types of vegetation:

The most important vegetation zones that can be observed are: Agricultural zones, Forests, Grasslands, Lowland Jungle, and Secondary Vegetation.

Agriculture: Agave, Corn, Sugarcane.

Forest: (Pinus ocarpa) and oak (Quercus) species in the upper stratum; and (Acacia pennatula) and (Arbutus sp.) in the middle stratum.

Induced Grassland: Three-awn grass (Aristida adscensionis), Bahiagrass (Paspalum notatum), Rosette grass or Cogon grass (Cenchus spp.), etc. Herbaceous species are also found, such as (Heteropogon contortus), (Rynchelytrums repens), and (Cloris gaynus).

Deciduous Lowland Jungle: Tepehuaje, Osote, Pitayo, Órgano, Ceiba, Pochote; in the middle stratum: Guacima, Tepame; in the lower stratum: Tacote, Aile, Madroño, Tejocote, Tapame, Oak, and grasses.

Secondary Vegetation: It is a plant community that originates from the destruction of primary vegetation, which can recover and tend to its original state in some cases, while in others it may have a different species composition. The areas that have this type of vegetation are located to the east and southwest of the municipality and cover 9.80% of the municipal area.

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SIMBOLOGY

-Agricultural areas classified with high potential intensity of use should be conserved, aiming to prevent urban growth on them.

-All forest and deciduous lowland jungle areas should be preserved, avoiding human settlements and the expansion of agricultural and livestock activities from reducing their extent.

SOURCE: Milenio Newspaper 2018

SOURCE: Milenio Newspaper 2018

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

Hydrology

Hydrology, rivers, and dams.

The hydrographic network that reaches the El Arenal River begins at the Tortugas Dam, where the Santa Cruz del Astillero River flows into it, and it continues its path to El Arenal and exits the municipality.

The municipality is located in the hydrological region RH-12 Lerma-Chapala-Santiago River, Basin E Santiago-Guadalajara River, and in Sub-basin C Verde-Santa Rosa Dam Rivers.

The most important watercourses are the Arenal and Salado Rivers, along with the streams Arenal, Agua Dulce, El Saucillo, and El Ganado. The watercourses and bodies of water, whether perennial or seasonal, impose constraints on urban development, and their federal servitude must be respected to prevent risks. Likewise, their pollution should be avoided.

Railway line Av.

Lázaro Cardenas

Guadalajara-Tepic highway

FUENTE: “Visita de campo, municipio El Arenal -ITESM junio 2019”

FUENTE: “Visita de campo, municipio El Arenal -ITESM junio 2019”

FUENTE: “Visita de campo, municipio El Arenal -ITESM junio 2019”

FUENTE: “Visita de campo, municipio El Arenal -ITESM junio 2019”

SOURCE: State Gobernment 2014

SOURCE: The State Water Commission, 2015

Hydrology

In the municipality of El Arenal, there is no groundwater available. The main source of water is primarily located in Amatitán. The existing water resources include the Colorada lagoon and some small dams, with the most relevant one being the Las Tortugas dam, which supplies water for agricultural irrigation in the Huaxtla valley. There are 13 identified springs, some of which are used for water supply in urban areas, while others are used for agricultural irrigation. The availability of surface water is considered moderate and in balance. The aquifers have a limited capacity that only allows for restricted extractions for priority uses.

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: State Water Commission, 2015

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information 0

Types of vegetation:

The most important vegetation zones can be observed, such as: Agricultural zones, Forests, Grasslands, Lowland Jungle, and Secondary Vegetation.

Agriculture: Agave, Corn, Sugarcane

Forest: (Pinus ocarpa) and oak (Quercus) sp. in the upper stratum; and tápeme (Acacia pennatula) and madroño (Arbutos sp.) in the middle stratum. Induced Grassland: Three-awn grass (Aristida adscensionis), Bahia grass (Paspalum notatum), Rosette grass or cocklebur (Cenchus spp.), etc. We also find herbaceous species such as: (Heteropogon controtus), (Rynchelytrums repens), and (Cloris gaynus).

Deciduous Lowland Jungle: Tepehuaje, Osote, Pitayo, Oregano, Ceiba, Pochote; in the middle stratum: Guacima, Tepame; in the lower stratum: Tacote, Aile, Madroño, Tejocote, Tapame, Oak, and grasses.

Secondary Vegetation: It is a plant community that originates from the destruction of primary vegetation, which can recover towards its original state in some cases, while in others it may have a different species composition. Areas that present this type of vegetation.

Land uses

SIMBOLOGY

Railway Line

Lázaro Cardenas Avenue

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Bodies of water

El Arenal River

Agriculture Human settlements Forest

Body of water

Grassland

Lowland Jungle

Secondary Vegetation

Municipal Delimitation

SOURCE: State Gobernment, 2014

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, Municipality of El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

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EJIDO

Definition:

Collective land, undivided and without the possibility of being sold or inherited.

SOURCE:

SIMBOLOGY

Railway Line

Lázaro Cardenas Avenue

Guadalajara-Tepic Highway

Ejidos (communal lands)

Bodies of water

El Arenal River

Municipal delimitation

SOURCE: Self elaborated with INEGI information

ELEMENTS OF THE CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

The haciendas that are part of the Inventory of the Cultural Heritage of Jalisco are: La Calavera, La Fortuna, El Careño, and La Parreña, in El Arenal.

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: State Gobernment 2014

SIMBOLOGY

Hacienda Santa Quiteria, Hacienda La Providencia, Ex-Hacienda La Perreña, ExHacienda La Calavera, Hacienda de Huaxtla, ExHacienda El Carreño, Railway Line, Lázaro Cárdenas Avenue, Guadalajara-Tepic Highway, Bodies of Water, El Arenal River, Municipal Delimitation.

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Field Visit, El Arenal Municipality - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

On June 12, 2019, we conducted a community diagnostic workshop in the municipality of El Arenal with the purpose of gathering information about the experiences, issues, and areas of opportunity perceived by the residents of this area. During this workshop, four activities were carried out:

Risk and Contamination Zones

"Memories of El Arenal": Participants engaged in a memory collection activity, where they placed postit notes on a timeline, categorizing their memories of the town in general and specifically focusing on the river.

"El Arenal Today": In this activity, participants were asked to describe what they like about the town and the river. They also marked different points on a map, including areas of contamination, insecurity, their residential and work locations, gathering points, etc. The map generated during the workshop was digitized, highlighting areas where residents believe there is higher contamination. These points are concentrated along the river axis and in areas connected to residential and commercial settlements that contribute to river pollution.

"Dreaming of El Arenal": Participants were invited to envision their ideal future for the town and the river, allowing for open and creative ideas. Their input was considered crucial for the development of a master plan.

Finally, a closing activity was conducted, illustrating to the participants the interdependence they have on each other to achieve their goals.

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SYNTHESIS OF NATURAL FACTORS

Analyzing the natural factors in the municipality, the following stand out for their restrictive nature:

-Areas with slopes greater than 15% are restrictive to urbanization. In the same category, the hilltops must be preserved from any construction.

-Riverbeds and bodies of water, whether perennial or seasonal, represent a constraint to urban development. Their federal servitude must be respected to prevent risks, and their contamination should be avoided.

-Regosol and Fluvisol soils, classified as loose granular soils, pose constraints to urban development due to their lack of stability, which can cause damage to buildings constructed on them.

-Agricultural areas classified as having very intense potential use should be preserved, aiming to avoid urban growth over them.

-Forested areas and deciduous lowland jungle should be preserved, preventing human settlements and the expansion of agricultural and livestock activities from reducing their extent.

-Areas occupied by agave plantations that make up the so-called core zone, as well as their buffer zone, should be conserved as much as possible. Urban growth should be controlled due to their landscape and heritage value, both at the local and national level.

SWOT Diagnostic Summary

Strengths:

-There are more haciendas in the municipality of El Arenal than in the municipality of Tequila.

-Culture of recycling.

-It has unexplored archaeological sites.

-Part of the recognized cultural landscape by UNESCO.

-The diversity of vegetation gives rise to a richness of identity.

Opportunities:

-River crossings.

-Geographical position.

-Unique topography.

-Its small-town scale still remains.

-River sanitation for utility purposes.

Weaknesses:

-River pollution.

-Level of importance compared to Tequila.

-Lack of identity due to pollution from vinasse and bagasse.

-The main environmental problem is water pollution.

-Insecurity and pollution from new settlements.

-Limited productive diversity.

Threats:

-The river as a means of transporting pollution.

-Agriculture consumes 90% of the water.

-The dam (a source of pollution, mismanagement).

-Unregulated urban growth leads to landscape deterioration.

-Corruption prevents the implementation of conservation measures.

4. Community Diagnostic Workshop

PAST:

-The river used to be wide, and the houses of Salvador

-Allende did not exist.

-The water used to be crystal clear.

-The river was clean and full of turtles, fish, and abundant wildlife.

-There were many willow trees.

-We used to play by the riverbank and shade ourselves from the sun with plants that resembled umbrellas.

-The tree-lined square and the people's interaction.

-The grand staircases at the beginning and end of the town.

-The abundance of fruit trees.

PRESENT:

-We are creating a park/campsite where we have planted over 300 trees.

-We are proposing waste separation in the municipality, taking care of green areas, trees, and their maintenance.

-Waste separation is not being utilized effectively.

-Unfortunately, the stream has become a dumping ground and a drain for waste from nearby houses. There is very little awareness of keeping our environment clean.

-Improper waste is being disposed of, and it is done at times when the collection truck doesn't pass by. I don't separate my waste, and I use disposable items.

-Informal constructions have been built along the riverbanks, and solid waste, wastewater from farms, tequila industry, and houses are being deposited there.

-The river used to be a recreational space, but it has been forgotten.

-There is no designated place per neighborhood where residents can take their garbage instead of accumulating it on the streets.

-There are abandoned houses filled with garbage, and people don't respect proper tree pruning, which is not done on time. There are no garbage containers on the main streets.

-In the town, we separate our waste. One day they collect organic waste, and another day they collect inorganic waste, but we are not sure where that waste ends up or if it is all collected properly.

-The physical, superficial, or external deterioration of the environment in El Arenal (streets, houses, green areas, etc.) reflects the tangible ideology and mentality of its inhabitants. Although it may seem external, the problem is entirely internal. The problem lies in the ideologies and beliefs.

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

COMMUNITY DIAGNOSTIC

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

Future

-Ecological walkway.

-Green areas for camping.

-More trees.

-A revitalized river with at least a small flow of water.

-Utilize the surroundings as a recreational space for both residents and visitors.

-Increase flora.

-More green areas.

-Reforestation.

-More recreational green spaces.

-Sanitize the river and recreational areas along the river.

-I would like to have parks.

-Water treatment plant.

-Reforestation.

-Green areas.

-We would like the sewage system to be separated from the river by channeling the drainage through pipes and directing the river through masonry and concrete structures.

COMMUNITY DIAGNOSTIC

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

Summarizing the important points gathered in the community diagnosis, we grouped all the ideas into 5 general points that encompass them:

- Area by zones to dispose of your garbage (recycling).

- River cleaning.

- Green axis of the place (More flora and trees (Reforestation of the area).

- Key point, a space with a recreational environment for residents and visitors.

- Multi-purpose spaces (workshops).

COMMUNITY DIAGNOSTIC

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

SOURCE: "Community Diagnostic Workshop El Arenal - ITESM June 2019"

To develop a successful urban project and analysis, it is important to go beyond what various sources offer. It is essential to take into account the community that lives in the site where the project will be implemented. This is crucial for the project to function as planned and to be accepted by the residents. Therefore, our analysis is based on bibliographic sources, internet sources, and firsthand testimonies obtained directly from the El Arenal community. We planned a participatory workshop with the objective of establishing empathy with the community to identify their needs and understand their perceptions of El Arenal in the present and the past, as well as their aspirations for the future of their community. We aimed to conduct highly dynamic activities where everyone, regardless of their profession, age, or gender, could have a voice and feel that they are being taken into account.

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An activity was carried out to collect memories from people whoattentedtheworkshop,placedpost-itsona timelineandclassifiedthembymemoriesthat tookplaceinthetowningeneralandanother focusingontheriver

The dynamics consisted of mapping, using markers and stickers, the visible issues in their daily routes. The basic questions were: Where is my locality contaminated? Where do I feel unsafe? What are my meeting points? Where do I work? and Where do I live?

Thanks to the dynamics, many important points and issues for the community were mapped, allowing for social and experiential immersion! This led to the generation of a comprehensive image of the entire area to devise strategies for transforming the municipality.

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In this dynamic, the participants of El Arenal were asked about their dream for the future of El Arenal in the areas of Community, Environment, Employment, and Identity Finally, a closing activity was carried out to show the participants how they depended on each other to achieve their goals.

5. ARTERY OF LIFE STRATEGY

Medio Físico y natural

-Recognized by UNESCO.

-Rich in flora and fauna.

-Possibility of cultivating blue agave (tequila).

-Fertile land.

-The landscape varies according to the circumstances of tequila commercialization.

-800 species of plantsge­tales y más de 170 es­pecies de animales.

-El suelo es pobre en nutrientes y humedad (le da la posibilidad al agave de crecer)

-A greater number of haciendas in the municipality of El Arenal than in the municipality of Tequila.

-Recycling culture.

-Counts with unexplored archeological sites.

-Part of the cultural landscape recognized by UNESCO.

-The diversity of vegetation leads to a richness of identity.

-Obsidian mine.

-River sanitation, obtaining utility.

-The unique topography provides many opportunities.s tipos de especies (fauna y flora)

-River crossings.

-Geographical position.

-Unique topography.

-Its small-town scale still remains.

-River sanitation.amiento del río, obtener util i­dad.

-Landscape changes due to the commercialization of the Tequila

-Soil is weak on nutrients and moisture

-Due to the mishandling of the Tequila industry, UNESCO began to be very critical in the managment of landscapes.

-Pollution due to vinasse and bagasse.

-Water pollution.

-River pollution.

-Level of importance compared to tequila.

-Lack of identity.

-Pollution due to vinasse and bagasse.

-The main environmental problem is water pollution.

-Insecurity and pollution due to new settlements.

-Low productive diversity.

SUMMARY OF NATURAL FACTORS

TWOSPoor cultivation of agave can lead to the elimination of native vegetation.

-It can revoke the cultural landscape status of the area.

-River pollution.

-The diversity of the cultural landscape leads to a high tourist demand, which inevitably results in the contamination of the agave landscape.

-Corruption prevents the implementation of conservation measures.

The river as a means of transportation for pollution.

Agriculture consumes 90% of the water. The dam (source of pollution, misuse). Unregulated urban growth leads to landscape degradation. Corruption prevents the implementation of conservation measures.

Areas occupied by agave plantations that make up the so-called core zone as well as its buffer zone, should preserve as much as possible, controlling the urban growth. By virtue of the landscape and patrimonial value that they represent both fot the micro-region and the national level.

All areas that conserve forests and low deciduous woods must be preserved, preventing settlements and the expansion of agricultural and livestock activities

The channels and bodies of water are a constant representation of urban development and their federal easement should no be respected.

The agricultural areas classified as very intense potential use must be conserved trying to avoid urban growth.

The areas with slopes greater than 15% are restrictive to urbanization

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

EL ARENAL MUNICIPALITY

EL ARENAL MUNICIPALITY

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

Strategy plan

A strategy plan was developed on a larger scale, from Tortugas Dam to the end of El Arenal. It includes 6 strategies, which are: Water flow release, river buffer protection, river sanitation strategies, drainage implementation, trails, and utilization of free lands.

RIVER SANITATION

The contamination of the river is a problem in the area, which is why we decided to create cleaning points for the channel where two wetlands will be in charge of cleaning up the river water.

FREE PROPERTIES

There are different properties parallel to the riverbed that can be used to create spaces for the inhabitants to live together, in the same way, a relocation oh houses can be carried out to create more spaces

DRAIN IMPLEMENTATION

To combat the pollution generated by the houses , we propose a drainage system o collect the waste that later enters the wetlamnd and can be incorporated into the river.

PATHWAYS/LIFELINES

The main artery of this project is the linear park, which is equipped with walkways and spaces for community interaction. This park aims to become a hub of identity, as well as providing spaces for mobility and recreation.

STRATEGY PLAN

ElArenalRiver-Lifeline,Heart of the Community

The strategy, the lifeline, focuses on the comprehensive recovery of the El Arenal River to turn it into a center for revitalizing the municipality, with the objective of environmental restoration, care for the surroundings, urban renewal, and community fabric.

RIVER SANITATION

The pollution of the river is a problem in the area, which is why we have decided to create cleaning points along the riverbed. Two wetlands will be responsible for purifying the river water.

BUFFER OF PROTECTION

A buffer zone is proposed for the river channel, aiming to protect the adjacent properties from being invaded and prevent any future construction on them.

WATER FLOW RELEASE

As a public policy, we aim to ensure that a monthly release of 15% of the water from the "Las Tortugas" dam is carried out to maintain the flow of the river.

Master Plan

The Masterplan or Master Plan includes the project strategies at the El Arenal level. These more specific strategies are: implementation of wetlands, an arboretum, walkways/linear parks, urban gardens, rehabilitation and creation of bridges, utilization of properties, and botanical gardens.

WETLAND

The contamination of the river is a problem for the zone, for this reason we decided to create cleaning points for the channel, where 2 wetlands will be in charge of purifying the river water

USE OF PROPERTIES

There are different properties parallel to the riverbed that can be used to create living spaces for the inhabitants, in the same way, a relocation of houses can be carried out to create more spaces.

BOTANICAL GARDEN

we propose a Botanical Garden that fulfills the function of a park and identity element of the area, where we provide a space where people can go to take workshops and learn about the vegetation of the area, in addition to living in it.

WETLAND

The contamination of the river is a problem for the zone, for this reason we decided to create cleaning points for the channel, where 2 wetlands will be in charge of purifying the river water

ARBORETUM

We have created a tree trail featuring different endemic species from the area to promote awareness and knowledge of the local vegetation that is characteristic of the municipality.

MASTER PLAN

ElArenalRiver-Lifeline,HeartoftheCommunity

The strategy, the lifeline, focuses on the comprehensive recovery of the El Arenal River to turn it into a center for revitalizing the municipality, with the objective of environmental restoration, care for the surroundings, urban renewal, and community fabric.

LINEAR PARK

The main artery of this project is Linear Park 1, which is equipped with walkways and spaces for community interaction. This park aims to become a hub of identity, in addition to providing spaces for mobility and recreation.

URBANGARDENS

We have created the opportunity for people to cultivate their own food in designated spaces, where the gardens will become spaces of ownership for those who use them

REHABILITATION AND CREATION OF NEW BRIDGES

Cross-connectivity is extremely important, which is why we propose the creation and rehabilitation of bridges to improve mobility in the area.

Vegetation Catalogue

River

Ahuehuete (Taxodium mucronatum) is a semievergreen tree that can reach a height of 20 to 30 meters. It has linear, straight leaves that are subsessile, measuring 6 to 12 mm in length and 1 mm in width. The leaves are arranged in a distichous manner on hanging branches that are 10 to 15 cm long.

Higuera (Ficus carica) is a deciduous tree or shrub of low growth, it´s maximum heght is 7-8 meters. With a very open crown due to it´s profuse branching, which often arises almost at ground level. The bark is smooth and grayish in color. The leaves, 12-25 cm long and 10-18 cm wide.

Sauce (Salix humboldtiana) is a deciduous dioecious tree that can reach up to 25 meters in height. Its deciduous foliage is light green, with hanging branches. The leaves are simple, alternate, linearlanceolate, serrated, glabrous, with a pointed apex and wedgeshaped base, measuring 6 to 12 cm in length.

Jara amarilla (Baccharis salicifolia) is a shrub that measures between 0.8 to 2 meters in height. The stem is woody and granular. The leaves are elongated and straight with heads and lax, 10-15 cm long. The flowers are male and female, 5-7 mm wide, arranged in three hemispherical series and walnut-lik fruits.

Forest

Guaje Blanco (Leucaena leucocephala) is a shrub or small tree that grows from 2 to 6 meters in height. Its flower heads measure about 2-3 cm in diameter, with flowers that are whitish with a touch of yellow and turn salmon pink when they start to wither.

Mezquite (Prosopis laevigata) is a tree that can reach a height of up to 13 meters and a trunk diameter that varies from 0.8 to 1 meter. However, it is more common to find trees with a diameter between 30 and 60 centimeters. It has a fissured and sometimes lignified outer bark, which is blackish in color.

Guayabo (Psidium guajava) is an evergreen/deciduous tree or shrub that can grow from 2.5 to 10 meters in height. The trunk can have a diameter at breast height of up to 60 centimeters. It typically has a twisted and highly branched trunk, with hard wood. The bark of the tree is gray in color.

Primavera (Tabebuia donnell-smithii) is a deciduous tree that can reach a height of 28 to 37 meters. It has a diameter of 50-60 centimeters at breast height. The branching is sparse, and it has an irregular and rounded crown. The trunk is straight, and the bark is rough, ranging in color from gray to dark brown, with vertical cracks.

Tepeguaje (Lysiloma acapulcensis) is a tree that typically grows from 2 to 8 meters in height. It has a dark and fissured bark, and its branches are hairy, becoming less hairy over time (aglabrescentes). It is commonly found in deciduous and semi-evergreen forests. Tepeguaje is commercially used for sawnwood production for local consumption.

Guamuchil (Pithecellobium dulce) is a tree that typically reaches a height of 5 to 22 meters when mature. It has a short trunk with a diameter at breast height (d.b.h.) ranging from 30 to 75 centimeters. The tree has a broad and spread-out crown, and the bark is usually smooth and light gray in color.

Flor de mayo (Plumeria rubra) is a large shrub or small tree from 5-8 meters withdeciduous leaves, with straight trunk, little branching and an open and irregular crown. The leaves, with a glossy green upper surface and paler on the underside, are arranged in a spiral at the apices of the branches. They are simple, 15.30 cm long by 4-8 cm wide.

Ovo (Spondias mombin) trees are medium to large-sized, reaching heights of up to 25 meters and widths of 60 centimeters. They have a brown or gray outer bark, often rough with longitudinal crests. Suberous spiny projections are frequently present. The inner bark is pinkish-orange, and the trichomes (fine hairs) are white, generally straight, and erect, up to 0.2 mm long.

Parota (Enterolobium cyclocarpum) trees can have trunks up to 16 decimeters wide, with some specimens reaching 4 meters in diameter. They grow to heights of 16 to 28 meters, with a wide branching spread.

Ahuejote (Salix bonplandiana) is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to fifteen meters, although it is more common for them to reach only six meters. The diameter can reach eighty centimeters.

Cuaxtecomate (Crescentia alata) its a wild tree that measures between 8-14 meters in height and up to a meter and a half in diameter in the trunk. The leaves are oval and come out in threes from the same fascicle in the center, measuring 4-6 cm long.

Tempisque (Sideroxylon capiri) its a medium to large tree, up to 35 meters tall. Branches high on the stem; rounded cup. Simple leaf, smooth to slightly wavy edge and 5-20 cm long. Flower 10-14 mm, pale tellow.

Cazahuate (Ipomoea wolcottiana) is a tree that can reach heights of up to 12 meters. It has a smooth or slightly hairy (puberulent) trunk with a diameter of up to 1 meter at the base. The leaves are ovate to elongated and elliptical, measuring from 6 to 16 centimeters in length and 3 to 11 centimeters in width.

Camichin (Ficus pertuosa) is a tree or shrub that reach a size up to 30 meters, beginning as epiphytes but becoming independent; young branches glabrous, gray to yellowish-brown. Leaves elliptic to very narrowly elliptic or lanceolate, 5-12 cm long and 2-5 cm broad.

These being the main vegetation types, these are some extra ones:

- Malvaste (Cletha rossi)

- Ozote (Ipomoea intrapilosea)

- Rosa morada (Tebebuia rosea)

- Pugana (Magnolia pugana)

- Colorin (Erythrina flabelifoms)

- Amona de cerro (Anona longiflora)

- Colito (Oreonopase peltatus)

- Uña de gato (Mimosa benthami)

- Retama (Tecoma stuns)

- Amate (Ficus petiolaris)

BRIDGE TYPOLOGY

Materials

The main construction method for these bridges is masonry using bricks, which is the predominant building technique in the area and the most common material in the region. This approach allows for the integration of local elements and the use of native plant species from the area.

Brick

Wood

Stone

ARTERYOFLIFE

BODYOFTHECOMMUNITY

ELARENALRIVER

USERS

The strategy, artery of life, focuses on the comprehensive recovery of the El Arenal River to transform it into a axis of revitalization for the municipality, with the aim of environmental restoration, care for the surroundings, urban renewal, and community development.

ANIMALS

l Riverbed invasions

l Drain discharges

l Pollutiom from Tequila producers

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l Pollution from the city

Objectives

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RESTAURACIÓN AMBIENTAL

UTILIZAR ESTRATEGIAS ECOLÓGICAS PARA SANEAR EL RÍO

STEPSTOFOLLOW

Identification and Mapping

Public policies that impose penalties on individuals who litter or release pollutants.

Creation of drainage systems for the perimeter housing of the riverbank area.

Restore the natural course of the river and comply with federal restrictions.

Implementatio n of technified wetlands.

Release of water for flow management

Riverbed Delimitation

Creation of floating vegetation islands.

The pollution of the river is a problem in the area, which is why we have decided to create cleaning points along the riverbed, where two wetlands will be responsible for purifying the river water.

There are various adjacent plots of land along the river that can be utilized to create community spaces for the residents. Similarly, housing relocation can be implemented to create additional spaces.

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of properties

We have created the opportunity for people to cultivate their own food in designated spaces. The gardens will be transformed into areas of appropriation for the individuals who use them.

We propose the establishment of a botanical garden that serves as a park and a symbol of the area's identity. This space will offer workshops and educational opportunities for people to learn about the local vegetation and interact within the garden.

To combat the pollution generated by the houses and establishments adjacent to the river, we propose a drainage system to collect the waste, which will then enter the wetland and be incorporated back into the river.

Cross-connectivity is of utmost importance. Therefore, we propose the creation and rehabilitation of bridges to improve mobility in the area.

It is proposed to establish a buffer zone along the riverbed to safeguard the adjacent properties from encroachment and prevent any future construction activities.

The main artery of this project is the linear park, which is equipped with walkways and gathering spaces for the community. The purpose of this park is to become an axis of identity, in addition to providing spaces for mobility and recreation.

As a public policy, we aim to release 15% of the water from the "Las Tortugas" dam on a monthly basis to maintain the flow of the river.

We have created a trail of trees and various endemic species in the area to promote awareness and knowledge about the local vegetation that represents the identity of the municipality.

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Botanic Garden

Linear Park

Arboretum

DESIGN PROCCES

The current state of the El Arenal River.

Widening of the space for the river channel according to federal standards (20 meters).

Implementation of techniques for river relief management.

Proposal for a mobility axis encompassing the river.

Reforestation and creation of trails along the lifeline of El Arenal

Vehicular crossing bridge

Pedestrians crossing bridge

RIVER RECOVERY

The recovery of this river would bring significant benefits to the community, not only aesthetic benefits.

o The recovery of this river would bring significant economic benefits, but more importantly, it would start to fulfill what is being said. Information was shared about a plaque stating that the river is part of the tourist attractions in the area, but currently, that is not credible, as the local people themselves say. This should not be the case.

o The main benefits of rejuvenating this river would be a sense of community and integration that would become a vital artery for the area, especially for the local community. Over time, several benefits would emerge, primarily achieving what is stated on the plaque - not just being a tourist attraction but a beautiful place for the people living in El Arenal. Additionally, it would help prevent waste and garbage from being dumped into the river, thus reducing the transmission of diseases.

BIBLIOGRAPHY:

Cecilia Caballero Miranda. CLAVE DE CLASIFICACIÓN DE SUELOS FAO – UNESCO (Simplificada). 18/06/2019, de UNAM Sitio web: http://usuarios.geofisica.unam.mx/cecilia/cursos/GuiaNotasEdaf-Clave.pdf

Comisión Estatal del Agua. (2015). Ficha Técnica Hidrológica Municipal. EL Arenal: Gobierno del Estado.

El Informador. (2016). Paisaje Agavero, 10 años como patrimonio cultural. 18/06/2019, de El Informador Sitio web: https://www.informador.mx/Jalisco/Paisaje-agavero-10-anos-como-patrimonio-cultural-20160713-0166.html

Elsa Martha Gutierrez. (2018). Paisaje Agavero, en riesgo de perder nombramiento otorgado por la UNESCO. 18/06/2019, de Milenio Sitio web: https://www.milenio.com/cultura/paisaje-agavero-riesgo-perder-nombramiento-otorgado-unesco

Genoveva Millán Vázquez de la Torre, Luis Amador Hidalgo Lamado, Juan Manuel Arjona Fuentes . (2016). El paisaje agavero y la planificación turística sostenible. Un requisito para su permanencia como sitio patrimonio de la humanidad. Scripta Nova, XX, 32. 16/06/2019, De Universidad de Barcelona.

Gobierno del estado. (2014). Plan Municipal de desarrollo urbano de El Arenal. El Arenal: Gobierno del estado.

Gobierno de Jalisco. (2019). Barranca Río Santiago. 18/06/2019, de Gobierno del Estado Sitio web: https://www.jalisco.gob.mx/barranca/galerias/barranca-rio-santiago

Guía Turística Tequila, Jalisco. (2019). Destilería la ROjeña. 17/06/2019, de Quia Turística de Falisco Sitio web: https://tequila-mexico.com.mx/que-visitar-en-tequila-jalisco-mexico-pueblo-magico/ destileria-la-rojena/

IIEG. (2019). 17/06/2019, de IIEG Sitio web: https://iieg.gob.mx/ns/

INEGI. (2019). 17/06/2019, de INEGI Sitio web: https://www.inegi.org.mx/

Unión Jalisco. (2017). Volcán de Tequila, la montaña sagrada indígena. 18/06/2019, de El Universal Sitio web: http://www.unionjalisco.mx/articulo/2017/06/30/turismo/volcan-de-tequila-la-montana-sagrada-indigena

Universidad de Guadalajara. (2019, abril 7). CUAAD trabajará en restauración de haciendas en Paisaje Agavero. Sitio web:http://udg.mx/es/noticia/cuaad-trabajara-restauracion-haciendas-paisaje-agavero

Wellness and Health Center

Humberto David Gil Garzón

You can practice sports, you can be young, but if you don’t eat properly, your body will suffer sooner or later.

-Juan Armando Corbin

Analysis

Heritage Empty Spaces

At first glance, it can be observed that the majority of vacant or abandoned lots are located to the north, south, and west of Parque Morelos.

Vacant Housing Percentage

It can be observed that this is an area with a high level of abandonment, where the population decreases every year. The northwest side is the most affected.

Age of Population by Neighborhood

IIEG. (2011). Informacion sociodemgráfica por colonia. 19/02/2020, de IIEG Sitio web: https://www.iieg.gob.mx/ contenido/PoblacionVivienda/ciudadesmedias/gdl.html

Observations

A large portion of the buildings around Parque Morelos show a significant abandonment index. Coupled with the high number of vacant lots, this creates a neglected environment that is susceptible to vandalism and crime, making residents and pedestrians feel unsafe. This factor is possibly considered a reason for abandonment, leading to the area becoming increasingly uninhabited. The majority of the population living in the area consists of children and teenagers. It is unusual to see the park empty during weekends, with only the elderly using it.

Public Transportation

Lighting Service

Although the entire area has lighting, there is an imbalance in the northern and southern sectors, which have fewer streetlights compared to the western sector. The western area has also benefited from the restoration of roads and sidewalks.

Local Commerce

Despite the presence of major employment hubs in the area, including schools, it can be observed that the main sources of income are grocery stores and bars.

Reported Crimes

The sad part about finding this information is that being an area with a higher population of minors, they become a larger group affected by crimes.

Economically Active Population

Male population not economically active: 292.

Economically active male population: 1,123.

Economically active female population: 760.

Economically active male population: 1,215.

80% 54% 71% 46%

Economically active female population: 932.

Female population not economically active: 661.

Male population not economically active: 509.

62% Economically active

Female population not economically active: 1,149.

Colonia El Santuario.

Colonia Centro.

Typology

In the surrounding area of Parque Morelos, there is a variety of architecturally enriching typologies. Some of them fall under the domain of heritage value and are consequently protected. However, over the years and due to weather conditions, they have deteriorated. A considerable number of them are in poor conditions, which even make them attractive for vandalism and pose security risks.

Modern middle-class housing: Starting from the 1950s, aligned with the sidewalk. 1 or 2 floors.

Functionalistic.

Facade formed by windows.

o Floor-to-ceiling windows, door, and garage.

o Use of exposed materials.

Vertical multifamily housing: 20th century.

Aligned with the sidewalk, up to 5 floors.

Central courtyard and hallway.

Facade formed by windows and wrought iron doors and lattice. Internal commercial use.

Exterior walls painted.

Traditional Mexican housing: 18th century.

Aligned with the sidewalk. Interior courtyard. 1 or 2 floors.

Facade formed by a large entrance gate and window openings.

Ornamental wrought iron protection. Ornaments.

Secondary Schools: Opportunity to attract people from other areas.

Mexican Red Cross: Medical attention nearby.

Modern gymnasium: Space for recreation, entertainment, and physical activity.

Macrobus station: Facilitates mobility for people from the north to the south of the city.

Hospicio Cabañas: A cultural center that attracts the public and hosts general events.

Teatro Degollado: Offers entertainment and cultural exhibitions.

CFE (Federal Electricity Commission):

Proximity to services.

Centro Universitario de Arte: Provides higher education to attract young minds.

Paseo Alcalde: Opportunity for transportationoriented development.

OVacant lots: Opportunity to generate interventions for the benefit of the area.

Possibility of reclaiming unused spaces to revitalize the surroundings of the park.

Digital creative city: Potential attraction for companies.

Paseo Alcalde: An opportunity for transportation-oriented development.

Job hubs with corporate and governmental offices. Existence of heritage buildings. Restoration and rehabilitation of historic spaces. Redensification. Creation of housing.

Neglected streets and sidewalks:

WThey are poorly maintained and lack accessibility, creating a negative image of the area and indicating abandonment by both the government and citizens. Inaccessible pedestrian bridge:

The bridge is difficult to access, creating a perception of insecurity and posing challenges for pedestrians. Negative perception of the entire downtown area: There is a widespread negative perception of the central zone due to security concerns and poor connectivity.

This repels local visitors due to safety issues and inadequate connectivity.

Job hubs: Corporate and government employment opportunities. Restoration and rehabilitation of historic spaces.

Creation of housing. Nightclubs: They can lead to conflicts among people and facilitate the circulation of drugs.

Prostitution houses: Attract a disreputable crowd that is unfamiliar with the area.

Abandoned houses: Subject to vandalism, creating unsafe areas for circulation.

Calz. Independencia (Independence Avenue): Significantly divides the city, with property valuations per square meter varying even double depending on which side of the avenue.

TGentrification: Lack of follow-up on projects.

Projects get canceled, resulting in a loss of budget for implementing improvements in the area.

When renovating the surrounding areas and proposing new projects, there is a possibility that local people may be displaced.

Lack of citizen attention: The government neglects the needs and conflicts of its residents.

Conclusions Synthesis

Plan

By overlaying the diagrams of Vacant Lots, Percentage of Vacant Housing by Block, Street Lighting Services, and Reported Crimes, it can be observed that crimes are more frequent in areas with fewer streetlight poles. Similarly, these areas tend to have a higher number of vacant houses and vacant lots. It is important to highlight that despite being a relatively high-traffic area due to public transportation, there are still a significant number of crimes. The population of secondary school students is undoubtedly one of the most vulnerable, both on the streets and within their own family environment.

Despite the existence of a wide variety of jobs in small local businesses around the area, there is a high percentage of unemployed people. This unemployment often leads to disengaged behavior due to lack of interesting activities, drug consumption, and bad habits.

Manifest

“Short writing that a political, religious, philosophical, artistic, or literary group or movement addresses to the public opinion to expose and defend its action program considered revolutionary or innovative compared to what has been previously established”

The Eyes of the City

In recent decades, the city of Guadalajara has experienced a significant abandonment by its population, especially in the downtown area, with people dispersing to other municipalities or neighboring cities. This has had major repercussions, such as insecurity in lonely or inhospitable streets or areas, evident deterioration in infrastructure, families living far away but spending most of their day commuting to work in the area, and, above all, a decline in the quality of life in the area.

A clear example of this significant problem is Parque Morelos and its situation of abandonment, insecurity, and prostitution, and how the government has attempted to address this. Redevelopment projects have come and gone, but the result is always the same—government projects fail, despite their good and positive objectives and proposals, focusing on affordable, dignified housing and area rehabilitation.

We must ask ourselves why these projects fail to attract people to the area in question. Mainly, it is because they lack an attraction strategy, such as a project based on the needs of the people in the area that not only retains these individuals but also attracts new ones to the area. In another stage, housing projects can be included. Therefore, a new architectural attraction is necessary to solve the first stage of this solution.

This architectural attraction is based on a recreation and health center, which would be able to attract people based on the requirements and needs of the area, taking into account the existing services and commercial offerings. This way, it would retain and attract the necessary number of people to complete both phases of the project. This opens up the opportunity to fill this area with “eyes,” so that people can open their windows to the landscape, the environment, and their own safety and that of their families.

The eyes of the city

Research

General Research

A more general analysis was conducted on the Guadalajara metropolitan area, with a particular focus on the Parque Morelos area and its surroundings. Initially, the population has been declining over the years. It can be observed that from 1,650,205 in 1990, it dropped to 1,646,319 by the year 2000. What is striking is that the population started moving out of the area to live in the outskirts of the city, and by 2010, only 1,495,189 people remained.

The age distribution of these 1,495,189 people is as follows:

0-14 years:23.9%

15-24 years:18.5%

25-59 years:45.7%

60 years or older: 11.9%

It is estimated that the population between 0 and 29 years is experiencing a slowdown in growth, while the population aged 65 and older is increasing.

Other important data includes the generating and attracting zones of travel:

Work: 34%

School: 21%

Shopping: 15%

Drop-off or pick-up: 7%

Leisure or social visits: 6%

Market: 6%

Emphasis was also placed on urban facilities and their conditions:

-Culture: Necessary or excessive

Prospective 2045: Needs can be met

-Health: All three levels are available

Prospective 2045: Will need little to medium improvement

-Social Assistance: Necessary

Prospective 2045: Will need medium to high improvement

-Commerce and supplies: Necessary

Prospective 2045: Improvement and renewal needed

-Sports: Necessary/Medium

Prospective 2045: Will need medium to high improvement

(39,336.74m2)

https://guadalajara.gob.mx/planes-parciales/

Focused Research

Upon delving deeper into the issue, we realize that Mexico ranks second in the world in obesity, with 32.4% of its population being obese, of which 19.5% are women. Furthermore, 13% of children in the country are obese, and 35% are classified as overweight.

This information highlights the fact that diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, sleep apnea, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases, among others, are commonly caused by obesity.

Unfortunately, the state of Jalisco does not fare any better in this regard. The leading causes of death in Jalisco are:

Diabetes

Ischemic heart diseases

Lung diseases

Respiratory diseases

Cardiovascular diseases

Homicides

The first five causes account for 42.1% of male deaths and 45.4% of female deaths, with the majority being obesity-related.

In Jalisco, individuals between the ages of 15 and 29 die primarily due to homicides (22%), while those between 30 and 64 years old succumb to obesity-related diseases (33.3%), and those over 65 also suffer from obesity-related conditions (41.7%).

https://info.jalisco.gob.mx/

https://www.bbc.com/mundo/noticias-america-latina-43664557

https://iieg.gob.mx/contenido/PoblacionVivienda/DiaMundialContraCancer.pdf

After analyzing all the information gathered so far, we conclude that there is a need for a space dedicated to the local population, with the objective of attracting more people to the area. Therefore, based on the provided data, the conclusion is that the program must be developed with a focus on obesity prevention through education, sports, and health. The proposed program will be a hybrid of workshops, a sports center, and a level 1 health center, with an added semi-commercial area. The following components are necessary:

Health Area:

-Consultation rooms: general physicians, cardiologists, nutritionists/dieticians, and dentists.

-Basic laboratory for tests.

-Examination cubicles.

-Workshop and information areas.

Sports Area:

-Indoor swimming pool.

-Gymnasium.

-Rooms for physical activities.

-Rehabilitation area.

-Commercial Area: Auditorium.

-Coffe/cafeteria

-Convenience store (food and nutrition).

-Pharmacy.

Land

Upon obtaining the necessary information for the project’s development, an extensive investigation was conducted to find suitable land with ideal square footage and restrictions for good feasibility. The result was two plots of land on opposite sides of Parque Morelos, one in the northwest and the other in the southwest.

Proposed Land 1

JUAN MANUEL #000019 Int 00000

Land Information:

Area: 2478 m2.

COS (Coefficient of Land Use): 0.8.

CUS (Coefficient of Construction): 4.8.

ICUS (Coefficient of Total Construction): 1.6.

Minimum surface area: 270 m2.

Minimum frontage: 16 m.

Maximum height: 27 m.

Setback: Not Applicable.

Landscaped frontage: 0%.

Restrictions:

Rear: 3 m.

Intended Site or Dimensions:

Land area: 2478 m2.

Permitted COS: 1982.4 m2.

Planned floor area: 1500 m2.

Permitted CUS: 11,894.4 m2.

Planned construction: 4900 m2.

Land Proposal 2

CALDERON CORONEL #000411 Int

Land Information:

Area: 2838.10 m2.

COS (Coefficient of Land Use): 0.8.

CUS (Coefficient of Construction): 5.4.

ICUS (Coefficient of Total Construction): 1.8.

Minimum surface area: 270 m2.

Minimum frontage: 16 m.

Maximum height: 39 m.

Setback: Not Applicable.

Landscaped frontage: 0%.

Restrictions:

Rear: 3 m.

Intended Site or Dimensions:

Land area: 2838.10 m2.

Permitted COS: 2270.48 m2.

Planned floor area: 1500 m2.

Permitted CUS: 15,325.74 m2.

Planned construction: 4300 m2.

Choice and Research

CALDERON CORONEL #000411 Int

This is the address of the chosen land for the project’s development.

Land Information

Upon analyzing the terrain in more detail, it was found that there are already several constructions on it, which would complicate the whole process.

Terrain area: 2838.10m2

Existing construction: 988.90 + 196.62 = 1185.52m2

Allowed Floor Area Ratio (COS): 2270.48m2

Remaining COS: 1084.96m2

Remaining terrain area: 946.45m2

Allowed Construction Area (CUS): 15,325.74m2

Land Information

After gathering information from various sources, it was found that only two buildings remain standing on the property.

Terrain area: 2838.10m2

Existing construction: 196.62 + 137.62 = 334.24m2

Allowed Floor Area Ratio (COS): 2270.48m2

Remaining COS: 1936.24m2

Remaining terrain area: 2503.86m2

Allowed Construction Area (CUS): 15,325.74m2

Construcciones

Environmental historical value

Refers to buildings that possess contextual or urban ambiance value, which together generate an area susceptible to being considered of heritage value, and they are classified in the State Regulations as Category C, subdivided into two categories: Levels of intervention

Conservation:

Specialized: This level of protection requires that interventions on the heritage property be supervised by specialists in the field and carried out by skilled labor, preserving the original architectural structure intact.

Controlled Adaptation:

This level of protection ensures that interventions on a heritage property are harmoniously and controlledly adjusted to its architecture, preserving the substantial part of the original architectural structure of the property.

Ejes y Restricciones

Irregular land axes

-Complicate the project’s shape

-Design possibilities

3m posterior restriction

-Allows for the inclusion of garden percentages

-rregular posterior shape provides possibilities for adding a terrace.

Creative Process

The creative process is the most important part of the entire project, as it is where ideas are born and developed, essential for the design and construction of the project.

In this case, things became challenging as the terrain already had two buildings constructed, leaving a somewhat unusual vacant area, along with pronounced angles and axes. Therefore, it was necessary to build a small-scale model with approximate measurements of 6 meters in height and 10 meters in length, a suitable scale for measuring the spaces of this program.

Ten different tests were conducted, of which two were viable, leading to the final idea of the project.

Viable Tests

Terrain area: 2838.10m2

Existing construction: 196.62 + 137.62 = 334.24m2

Allowed Floor Area Ratio (COS): 2270.48m2

Remaining COS: 1936.24m2

Approximate COS: 1601.31m2

Approximate COS: 1802.83m2

First, the modules were used to add height and volume to the model, followed by a step-like arrangement depending on the planned program.

Diagrams/Schematics

DES Node (Sports-Education-Health)

Program

Program

It is based on the connection with the main node of the project (DES).

Sports:

-Swimming pool

-Gymnasium

-Rooms for Physical Activities

-Rehabilitation Area

Education:

-Auditorium

-Cafe/Cafeteria

-Convenience Store

-Pharmacy

Health:

-Consultation Rooms

-Laboratory

-Cubicles

Wellness and Health Center

It is designed to offer education, sports, and health, focusing on people with or without obesity-related or obesity-caused diseases. A free and useful space for everyone.

Education

Community

Teaching on food and health topics

Workshops

Information

Dining facilities

Sports Community Patients

Well-being for the family, whether sick or not

Swimming pool

Gymnasium

Rooms for Physical Activities

Rehabilitation Rooms

Health Patients

Servicios de diferentes doctores, consulta y guias

-Consultorios

-Laboratorios

-Farmacia

Spaces Index

First Floor

Auditorium

Second Floor

Education Swimming Pool

Workshops

Sports

Health

Education

Sports

Health

Third Floor

Education

Sports

Salud

Farmacia

Shop Cubicles

Laboratory

Fourth Floor

Education

Cafeteria

Gym

Consultorios

Health ports

Physical Activities

Rehabilitation

Spaces

First Floor

Pool Auditorium Workshops

Second Floor

Laboratory/Cubicles

Store

Third Floor

Gymnasium Clinic Coffe shop

Fourth Floor

Classrooms

Architectural Project

Section through Facade

Structure

Volume with its own structure

Columns of 60X60 cm

Distance between columns less than 6 meters

Safe space for double height, without columns

Distance between columns less than 7 meters

Columns of 60X60 cm

Columns of 60X60 cm

Construction begins when the columns are created, with columns measuring 60X60cm that are raised 3.5 meters above the ground.

The next level of columns is added, completing the double-height area.

Next, they are connected through beams to form this grid, leaving space for the double-height area.

The slab is finished again, creating another level.

The slab is added, and in this way, the first floor of the project is created.

Structure

Another level of columns is added. And the third floor is finished.

The last level of columns is added, but this time only in one of the volumes.The roof is added, and the project is completed.

MATERIALITY

Master Plan

Section through Facade

Renders

Study Cases

For this project, an extensive analysis was conducted on different projects with various focuses and scales. Each example from this research served solely as inspiration, ranging from healthcare centers to sports facilities from around the world. The following examples were examined:

Mashouf Integrated Health Sciences Buil-

ding

-WRNS Studio

-2017

-San Francisco, United States

Valenzá Health Center -IDOM -2017 -Spain

Kaleida Vascular Clinical Institute

-Cannon Design -2012

-Buffalo, United States

Taverny Medical Center

-MAAJ Architects -2020

-Taverny, France

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https://www.archdaily.mx/mx

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https://www.bbc.com/mundo

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https://guadalajara.gob.mx/

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https://iieg.gob.mx/

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https://info.jalisco.gob.mx/

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https://www.insp.mx/

-Visor Urbano

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