Equipamiento comercial barrio La Tola

Abstract

The Market "La Tola" is a project located in one of the most traditional neighborhoods of the capital and that also bears the same name. It is idealized and conceptualized in order to complement the urban context where it is located. The land where the project is implemented has a strategic and privileged location, typical of the place, in the eastern center of Quito. To the east it borders with Itchimbia Park, to the north and south with La Tola neighborhood and to the west with the historic center of Quito. By carrying out a previous study of the area, the deficit of equipment in the area of study is demonstrated, besides evidencing a disconnection between the neighborhood La Tola and the park Itchimbia. The poor quality of public space (lack of lighting, urban furniture, equipment) contributes to a perception of insecurity. One of the main problems is that local trade does not supply the sector, considering that around there are equipment of high demand for trade. The present work of qualification focuses on filling said deficit of commercial equipments offering to the inhabitants of the area of study a site to supply of products (Market), at the same time contains a program that allows its use at different times of the day (Bar-Restaurant, Shopping Gallery). The design of the equipment considers further the inclusion of green areas, recreation, and direct connections between the neighborhood and Itchimbia park.