Interpretation Center for the Revaluation of Flora and Fauna in Cusco, Perú

A proposed architectural design for an Interpretation Center in Cusco, Peru, aims to revalue the region's endemic flora and fauna through bioclimatic strategies and sustainable urban planning. The project addresses critical threats such as deforestation, water pollution, and invasive species by integrating green spaces covering 51% of the total area, which will enhance carbon dioxide absorption and restore ecological networks like the Huantanay River. Researchers employed climatic analysis, flora-fauna characterization, and software tools (AutoCAD, Revit, 3D Sun-path) to develop a design rooted in Inca worldview principles and aligned with Sustainable Development Goals. The feasibility of this approach was validated by comparing it to successful international projects like the Sydney Water Restoration Project and Ataria Nature Interpretation Center.

Esenarro, D., Vasquez, P., Morales, W., & Raymundo, V. (2023). Interpretation Center for the Revaluation of Flora and Fauna in Cusco, Perú. Buildings, 13(9), 2345. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13092345