Diseño de un centro comunitario rural para la vereda San Miguel del municipio de Cepitá, Santander

Abstract

This research focuses on the design of socio-educational spaces in rural areas, conceived as physical, social and pedagogical environments where teaching-learning processes are developed. These spaces not only facilitate the transmission of knowledge, but also promote social construction and cultural preservation, fundamental for the comprehensive development of rural communities. The project arises from the lack of adequate socio-educational infrastructure in the San Miguel village, in Cepitá, Santander, where poor planning has limited the potential of these spaces as centers of local development. In response, the design of a rural community center is proposed to act as an educational and community node, benefiting both students and neighboring communities. This center is based on four principles of sustainable development: integration with the environment, climate strategies, use of local resources and promotion of community interaction. The methodology was developed in five phases that ranged from regulatory and territorial analysis to the conceptualization and design of modular and flexible spaces. The project was conceived under a sustainable approach, integrating environmental, cultural and social aspects, seeking not only to improve educational infrastructure, but also to foster community cohesion and promote a balanced development model that improves the quality of life in the region.