Catalogación y acciones de conservación de las casas de estancia de la hoya de Loja. Caso de estudio Obrapía

Abstract

Abstract: The present investigation has as its objective the cataloging and actions for the conservation of the patrimonial building "Casco de Estancia Obrapia Loja." The preservation of this structure is important because it represents a testimony to the history developed in this sector. From the recommendations of International Historical Entities and National Institutions (INPC and VLIR-CPM Project), this investigation extracts the principles required to construct a conservation proposal, adequate for a case study. The cataloging process compiles existing information for the building, from a historical version of the estate: urban division and development; and of an architectural analysis that permits identification of the authenticity and integrity of the patrimonial values presented and the architectural elements which express them. Finally, a proposal for the conservation and new use of the building is suggested, as well as a maintenance manual that affords the proprietor guidance about its optimal care and maintenance.