Edificio Hibrido Revitalizador Urbano en el Centro de Medellín

Abstract

The thesis titled "Hybrid Building as an Urban Revitalizer in the Center of Medellín" addresses a fundamental contemporary challenge: the revitalization of urban fabric through hybrid architecture, reflecting a paradigmatic shift in the conception of space in modern cities. By integrating multiple functions and activities, hybrid buildings aim not only to counteract urban fragmentation but also to transform citizens' interaction with their built environment.

In the context of contemporary cities, one of the greatest challenges is the fragmentation and dispersion of their urban fabric, which has eroded the vitality of many historic centers. In response to this phenomenon, the architecture of hybrid buildings has emerged as an innovative approach, not only from a functional perspective but also as a strategy for urban revitalization. These multifunctional buildings go beyond the mere superimposition of diverse uses; at their core, they embody a new way of envisioning urban space, where porosity, social interaction, and sustainability are fundamental pillars.

The concept of the hybrid building marks a departure from the traditional paradigm of monocentric and dense cities, favoring instead the creation of heterogeneous and dynamic environments where the human scale and programmatic diversity take center stage. In this context, hybrid buildings have the potential to become true engines of urban regeneration, capable of generating new dimensions of urbanity and social vitality. Through their flexibility, these structures can adapt to the evolving needs of society, promoting the efficient use of space and the harmonious coexistence of multiple functions.