Centro de Desenvolvimento Cultural e Educacional: proposta de construção sustentável como suporte à necessidades sociais.

Abstract

Sustainable construction emerges as an alternative to reduce the environmental impacts generated by the construction industry through the efficient use of natural resources and the adoption of construction techniques with lower environmental impact. Beyond environmental benefits, applying these principles contributes to urban development by fostering buildings that are more efficient, accessible, and suited to the population's needs. Data collected highlight the need for public initiatives aimed at strengthening education, culture, and social inclusion in the municipality of Delmiro Gouveia, Alagoas, underscoring the importance of creating spaces that expand opportunities for learning, skills training, and community development. Given this context, this study aimed to develop an architectural design proposal for a Cultural and Educational Development Center based on sustainable construction principles. The methodology involved a literature review on sustainability, accessibility, and environmental comfort; data collection regarding the municipality; and the administration of questionnaires to the local student community. Research results indicated a high demand for an internet-equipped computer lab (63.4%), sports activities (50.7%), academic support and workshops (42.3% each), as well as a library (38%), a social gathering space (33.8%), and study rooms and cultural activities (25.4% each); these findings highlighted the community's primary needs and informed the definition of the program of requirements and design guidelines. Based on these results, sustainable strategies tailored to the region's climatic conditions and user needs were incorporated. The study concludes that the proposal has the potential to expand access to education, culture, and social interaction, thereby contributing to sustainable development and improved quality of life for the population, while encouraging positive approaches to the design of municipal public spaces.