Diseño arquitectónico de un hotel ecoturístico en el municipio de Curití, Santander

Abstract

This undergraduate project proposes the architectural design of an ecotourism hotel in the municipality of Curití, Santander, with the aim of responding to the region’s growing tourism demand through a sustainable lodging offering that promotes cultural tourism. Curití, known for its natural and cultural wealth, lacks hotel infrastructure that combines environmental sustainability with local identity. Therefore, the hotel is located in a rural area near the Pescaderito natural pool, chosen for its environmental, visual, and accessibility conditions, and is designed to minimize ecological impact while integrating native materials, sustainable technologies, and spaces that encourage cultural learning and interaction. The project draws architectural references from Hotel Remota (Chile), Morerava Cabins (Easter Island), and Hotel Aimarawa (Colombia), adapting concepts such as topographic implantation, organic geometry, circulation connected to the environment, and the use of natural materials. A legal, normative, and technical analysis was carried out to ensure the project's feasibility in accordance with environmental, construction, and land use regulations, highlighting compliance with NSR-10, the NTSH standard, and Curití’s Territorial Ordering Scheme (EOT). Additionally, a characterization of the potential user was developed, focusing on tourists who value contact with nature, local culture, and responsible consumption. Altogether, the project seeks to position itself as an initiative that fosters responsible tourism development, creates local economic opportunities, and preserves the scenic and cultural value of the municipality