Centro de Resocialización para mujeres El Buen Pastor: espacios a partir de una visión holística

Abstract

The research focuses on the situation of women deprived of liberty in the Good Shepherd Prison, located in Bogotá. It is mentioned that this penitentiary, built in 1957 with an initial capacity for 1,246 people; according to INPEC, it faces overcrowding of 50.16%, which has generated social problems such as difficulties in accessing support and health programs, an unsafe environment and a negative impact on the dignity and self-esteem of inmates. It is also highlighted that the intramural recidivism rate in this prison is 21.2%, which underscores the importance of addressing the problem of overcrowding in order to improve living conditions inside the prison, promote effective rehabilitation and reduce criminal recidivism. The research will focus on the design of a Center for Resocialization through Holistic Architecture that addresses aspects of design to create an integral impact. 4 key elements are merged: lighting, vegetation and water. These elements combine to create environments that positively influence the interior, encourage community interaction, and promote well-being by stimulating people's senses, visual, auditory, touch, and smell. The result is an experience that generates a complete sense of well-being. Resocialization must go hand in hand with Holistic Architecture, which is why the creation of the resocialization center is implemented as a bridge between confinement and reintegration into society.