Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México
The present study analyzes the reuse of basic emergency shelter units, intending to adapt them as temporary shelters for deported migrants on the border between México and the United States. In the current geopolitical context, characterized by restrictive immigration policies and increased mass de...
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The present study analyzes the reuse of basic emergency shelter units, intending to adapt them as temporary shelters for deported migrants on the border between México and the United States. In the current geopolitical context, characterized by restrictive immigration policies and increased mass deportations, it is essential to provide efficient and sustainable housing solutions. The methodology used is based on a typological, functional, and structural analysis of different models of temporary shelters, evaluating their viability, adaptability, durability, thermal efficiency, and sustainability are considered, as well as integrating design strategies that improve habitability conditions. The results show that existing basic units can serve as shelters with minimal modifications, incorporating renewable energy systems, thermal insulation, and optimized space distribution. The research highlights the role of architecture as a key tool in responding to migration crises, promoting innovative and resilient solutions, and addressing the growing need for humanitarian infrastructure on the border.
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| spelling | doaj-art-5afbbe6f7c384bb6a4e22e5b598cabca2025-08-20T02:35:53ZengAlanya ÜniversitesiProceedings of the International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism-ICCAUA3023-70092025-07-018110.38027/ICCAUA2025EN0230Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in MéxicoSindy Melissa Godínez De León0Ruth María Garza de la Garza1Aíxa Carolina Becerra Vázquez2School of Architecture, University of Monterrey, Nuevo León, MéxicoSchool of Architecture, University of Monterrey, Nuevo León, MéxicoSchool of Architecture, University of Monterrey, Nuevo León, México The present study analyzes the reuse of basic emergency shelter units, intending to adapt them as temporary shelters for deported migrants on the border between México and the United States. In the current geopolitical context, characterized by restrictive immigration policies and increased mass deportations, it is essential to provide efficient and sustainable housing solutions. The methodology used is based on a typological, functional, and structural analysis of different models of temporary shelters, evaluating their viability, adaptability, durability, thermal efficiency, and sustainability are considered, as well as integrating design strategies that improve habitability conditions. The results show that existing basic units can serve as shelters with minimal modifications, incorporating renewable energy systems, thermal insulation, and optimized space distribution. The research highlights the role of architecture as a key tool in responding to migration crises, promoting innovative and resilient solutions, and addressing the growing need for humanitarian infrastructure on the border. https://journal.iccaua.com/jiccaua/article/view/712Migration Crisis; Shelters; Public Health; Basic Housing Units; Humanitarian Architecture |
| spellingShingle | Sindy Melissa Godínez De León Ruth María Garza de la Garza Aíxa Carolina Becerra Vázquez Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México Proceedings of the International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism-ICCAUA Migration Crisis; Shelters; Public Health; Basic Housing Units; Humanitarian Architecture |
| title | Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México |
| title_full | Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México |
| title_fullStr | Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México |
| title_full_unstemmed | Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México |
| title_short | Basic Units: An Architectural Proposal for the Immigration Emergency in México |
| title_sort | basic units an architectural proposal for the immigration emergency in mexico |
| topic | Migration Crisis; Shelters; Public Health; Basic Housing Units; Humanitarian Architecture |
| url | https://journal.iccaua.com/jiccaua/article/view/712 |
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