Desarrollaremos un hotel ecológico , con espacios de alojamiento ,recreación ,talleres y servicios , serán actividades que permitan al turista conectarse con la naturaleza ,convivir con ella y así dejar de lado al turismo de paso ,convirtiéndolo en turismo vivencial .plantearemos una arquitectura propia del lugar , implementado espacios dedicados a las actividades propias de la zona como : huertos para plantas medicinales y frutales ,la comunidad es muy conocida por eso ,crianza de animales de la zona y áreas dedicadas al comercio artesanal , actualmente se mantienen por este medio, y la idea es potenciarla y hacerla crecer , así poder darle al proyecto un alcance económico para sostenerse. En la actualidad, la comunidad nativa de San Francisco forma parte del recorrido turístico histórico de Pucallpa, y siendo una de las comunidades nativas descendientes de los shipibos-Conibo, no se le da la valoración suficiente a nivel turístico, cultural – ambiental y condición de vida de la comunidad. Es así como llegamos a la conclusión de crear un Ecologde Turístico Vivencial, que fomente el turismo en San Fráncico a través de la convivencia con la naturaleza, que genere una mayor revaloración por la cultura amazónica y mayor oportunidad del desarrollo económico para la comunidad.

En este estudio se explica en qué medida el impacto de un ecolodge influye en el desarrollo socioeconómico de las comunidades de la Florida y Pampas cercanas al centro arqueológico de Rúpac, provincia de Huaral, en la región Lima. Estas comunidades son las que administran de manera informal y con poco apoyo de los gobiernos locales y regionales, el flujo turístico a Rúpac This study explains to what extent the impact of an ecolodge influences the socioeconomic development of the communities of Florida and Pampas near the center archaeological site of Rúpac, province of Huaral, in the Lima region. These communities are which they manage informally and with little support from local governments and regional, the tourist flow to Rúpac.

With the growth ecotourism and of nature-based tourism, ecolodges are becoming more popular as an accommodation choice by tourists. There is currently no universal certification program ensuring service quality or environmental sustainability for ecolodges. Costa Rica is one of the few countries with a certification program in place that allows ecolodges to join by meeting certain standards. Visitors from three different certified ecolodges in Costa Rica were asked to fill out a questionnaire asking for demographic and trip characteristic information, with a section pertaining to their perception of importance and performance of 42 ecolodge attributes. The information was then applied to an Importance-Performance Analysis to gain a better understanding of how ecolodges are operating based on visitor feedback. The results from this thesis are then compared to the results of a similar study done by Kwan (2008) in Belize, where no certification exists for ecolodges. It is found that certified ecolodges received higher performance scores from their guests than uncertified ecolodges. It was also found that visitors place higher importance on more attributes when visiting a certified ecolodge, compared to uncertified ecolodges. This study also found that certified ecolodges are meeting the expectations of their clientele, by having higher performance scores than importance scores on 41 of 42 attributes. This thesis indicates that the presence of certification programs for ecolodges influences higher performance scores and can help ensure a successful future for this type of accommodation.

With the growth ecotourism and of nature-based tourism, ecolodges are becoming more popular as an accommodation choice by tourists. There is currently no universal certification program ensuring service quality or environmental sustainability for ecolodges. Costa Rica is one of the few countries with a certification program in place that allows ecolodges to join by meeting certain standards. Visitors from three different certified ecolodges in Costa Rica were asked to fill out a questionnaire asking for demographic and trip characteristic information, with a section pertaining to their perception of importance and performance of 42 ecolodge attributes. The information was then applied to an Importance-Performance Analysis to gain a better understanding of how ecolodges are operating based on visitor feedback. The results from this thesis are then compared to the results of a similar study done by Kwan (2008) in Belize, where no certification exists for ecolodges. It is found that certified ecolodges received higher performance scores from their guests than uncertified ecolodges. It was also found that visitors place higher importance on more attributes when visiting a certified ecolodge, compared to uncertified ecolodges. This study also found that certified ecolodges are meeting the expectations of their clientele, by having higher performance scores than importance scores on 41 of 42 attributes. This thesis indicates that the presence of certification programs for ecolodges influences higher performance scores and can help ensure a successful future for this type of accommodation.

Among all contemporary world's discourses that influence environmental design profession, sustainability appears to be a dominant and compelling narrative. The developing trajectory of sustainability in architecture seems to suggest an antinomy paradigm, a contradiction or inconsistency between two apparently reasonable principles or laws i.e. sustainability and aesthetics. As a result, emerging sustainable design requires an accompanying set of aesthetics which serve as design guidance and evaluation tool. Literature review of philosophy and designing profession realize three kinds of alternative aesthetics i.e. environmental, ecological, and performative aesthetics. The thesis argues that this alternative set of sustainable aesthetics provides a theoretical basis for the practical design of a built environment for eco-tourism. The thesis focuses on analyzing the implication of those aesthetics to sustainability in regards to design of ecolodges. Eco-tourism is one of the emerging pragmatic options of sustainable development and to consume ecotourism is to consume aesthetic experience. By reviewing and analyzing the case studies of ecolodge, this thesis provides the design features and strategies which are argued to integrate beauty and sustainability. The thesis also applies the findings to demonstrate the usefulness of aesthetic approach to sustainable design in one specific design proposal, Floating Bamboo Ecolodge in Halong Bay, Vietnam. / text

Master of Landscape Architecture / Department of Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning / Jessica Canfield / Nature based tourism is a growing trend across the world today. Ecotourism is a specific nature based tourism type, defined by the International Ecotourism Society (TIES) as “Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.” The ‘ecolodge,’ is a term that refers to the site and structure where ecotourists stay and where ecotourism activities occur. The intention of an ecolodge is to find a balance between three factors: conservation, local communities, and interpretation for travelers and workers. Every ecolodge is unique in form and function to uphold sustainability best practices and to meet specific environmental and climatic needs of a region. As more and more tourists choose to travel to environmentally sensitive areas of the world, ecolodge use must increase in order to preserve environmental and cultural assets (Honey, 2008). In other countries, like Costa Rica and Kenya, many ecolodges have successfully balanced these three components creating an overall trend towards ecolodges and ecotourism operations, shifting away from traditional accommodation types. However, as the U.S. tourism market continues to grow, there is yet to be a notable ecolodge presence. Some ecotourism experts would argue that true ecotourism--equally finding balance between conservation, guest interpretation, and community support--will never be possible to create in the U.S. Many believe it is the ‘supporting local communities’ aspect of ecotourism which cannot be met. The treatment of indigenous people, as well as the structure of the nation’s economy in the U.S. is different compared to developing countries where ecolodge design has found success. Interestingly, certified sustainable site development is becoming prevalent in the U.S. Frameworks such as LEED and SITES are used to improve the rigor of sustainability design. Design guidelines for ecolodges share similar goals with LEED and SITES. But ecolodge design is not prevalent in the U.S. This may be due to the lack of an international ecolodge certification system. If the ecotourism industry can progress from ecolodge guidelines (which are largely unknown) to an international ecolodge certification, truly authentic ecolodges will become the standard (Mehta, 2007). To explore how ecolodges can be used in a U.S. National Park, this project focuses on the Flamingo District in the Everglades National Park, Florida. A projective design methodology is used. The data collection methods include precedent studies, interviews, on-site observation, and site analysis. Flamingo, located in the southernmost point of the Everglades was destroyed by hurricane Katrina in 2005. The National Park Service is seeking a business concessioner to 1) oversee the construction of new lodging area, and 2) operate all business activities—recreation rentals, marina operations, general store, and dining—in the district. The goal of this research project is to create an ecolodge design that can serve Flamingo’s needs and serve as a model for future ecolodge design in U.S. National Parks.

Master of Landscape Architecture / Department of Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning / Timothy D. Keane / The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), the world’s first ecotourism organization, coined what has become the most succinct definition of ecotourism: “Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the wellbeing of local people (Honey 2008, p. 6).” Ecolodges are accommodation facilities within ecotourism destinations which must satisfy specific principles, while reflecting the definition of ecotourism. Ecolodge principles include water conservation, preservation of flora and fauna, design to create a small footprint, and interpretive programs to educate both employees and tourists about the surrounding natural and cultural environments, to name just a few. (Mehta 2002, p. 5) Tropical locations, where ecolodges are often found, are comprised of unique ecosystems. With tropical locales, there are specific considerations that could determine the success of a proposed ecolodge development. As a designer, one must understand the biophysical characteristics on site, to inform design decisions of the ecolodge development. In addition, a designer must understand how the indigenous populations utilize the site culturally, physically and spiritually to fully understand the importance of the ecolodge development. (Mehta 2002, p. 12) When proper analysis of cultural and biophysical factors is completed, an ecolodge development is able to conform to the ecotourism definition and satisfy ecolodge principles. Within this manual, a hierarchical list of design principles, guidelines and criteria are communicated to achieve an overall design goal called fitness design. A “fit” design is intended to achieve sustainability and quality of life for the environment and the communities that have daily interaction with the development. As readers navigate through the document, they will be exposed to various considerations of a tropical ecolodge development. The intent of the manual is to provide a structural framework to guide an ecolodge design process.

Problems related to sustainable development have become more worrying. Global major industries are responsible for these problems and tourism is one of them. Therefore, the travel and tourism industries need to take sustainability seriously, which requires adapting its business practice towards sustainable development to balance natural, social, and economic growth. As a result, sustainable business model literature in tourism is nascent. While the issue remains relevant, there are generally limited foundations to understand what impact new enterprises and entrepreneurial initiatives will create before market launch and early in their tenure. The study analyses the business model narratives of ecolodge managers/owners to understand how those decision-makers, who critically shape the configuration of sustainable BMs, think about sustainable impact as they build and launch their entrepreneurial ventures.  The study employs the Value-Based Business Model (Reinhold, 2014) and the Community Capitals Framework (Flora et al., 2004) to analyse the business models and social impacts of the ecolodges. Five ecolodge cases in Cambodia were chosen and their managers/owners were interviewed using a semi-structured interview on Zoom. Thematic analysis as part of a case study has revealed the perceived business model and social impacts of the new start-up ecolodges. The empirical and conceptual findings from this study contribute to the literature on the sustainable business model in the tourism and hospitality context, more particularly to the theoretical foundations towards developing predictive impact assessment of new ventures.

El objetivo de este documento, que sustenta el trabajo de tesis titulado “Ecolodge en Urubamba”, es explicar los conceptos utilizados en el desarrollo de este proyecto y el proceso por el cual se llegó al resultado obtenido. El proyecto desarrollado en esta tesis es un ecolodge (establecimiento de hospedaje que se desarrolla en un ambiente natural). La finalidad de la arquitectura debería ser adaptarse al medio ambiente inmediato teniendo en consideración las características del usuario y las del medio ambiente a intervenir, buscando aprovechar en lo posible todos los factores positivos que brinda la naturaleza. Todo esto no sería posible de llevar a cabo ni plasmar en el proyecto propuesto sin llevar a cabo una investigación sobre la arquitectura bioclimática (relación arquitectura – medio ambiente), para luego poder crear una estrategia de diseño que nos llevarán al producto final. Además, un punto muy importante fue el análisis de los antecedentes históricos de la arquitectura del lugar, ya que de estos se sacaron los conceptos a utilizar en el proyecto. Asimismo, existe la preocupación tanto por su entorno histórico como natural. También, se buscará una reinterpretación de la arquitectura cusqueña (inca/colonial) no buscando una copia literal sino revalorando algunos elementos de este tipo de arquitectura para el entorno actual; representada por estos. Finalmente, con la propuesta de este ecolodge se pretende además difundir un nuevo tipo de turismo en el Perú (ecoturismo), que combine el confort con la naturaleza. / The objective of this document, which supports the present thesis titled "Ecolodge en Urubamba", is to explain the concepts used in the development of this project and the process by which the result was obtained. The project developed in this thesis is an ecolodge (accommodation establishment that takes place in a natural environment). The purpose of architecture should be to adapt to the surrounding environment, taking into account the necessities of the user and those of the environment dealt with, seeking to take advantage of all the positive factors that nature provides as much as possible. All this would not be possible to carry out or translate into the present project without doing proper research on bioclimatic architecture (architecture - environment relationship), in order to then be able to create a design strategy that will take us to the ending product. In addition, a significant point was the analysis of the historical background of the native architecture, since the concepts used in this project were derived from the historic ones. Also, there is the concern for both its historical and natural ambient. Additionally, a reinterpretation of Cusco architecture (Inca / colonial) will be sought after, not looking for a literal copy but rather revaluing some elements of this type of architecture for the current environment; represented by those. Finally, with the proposal of this ecolodge it is also intended to spread a new type of tourism in Peru (ecotourism), which combines comfort with nature. / Tesis

Los Ecolodge son un tipo de establecimientos que respetan los principios de conservación de la naturaleza. Es decir, son espacios sostenibles y ecológicos, tanto en su construcción como en su administración. Por ejemplo, estos alojamientos suelen estar construidos con materiales de la localidad y el diseño se integra con la naturaleza. De esta manera se adapta al estilo de vivir de los pobladores locales. La metodología que se utilizó tiene un enfoque mixto. La primera fase está enfocada a la búsqueda de información académica acerca del tema de estudio. La segunda fase se centró a describir y comparar el Alojamiento Villa de Arma con el alojamiento Inkaterra Amazónica, con el objetivo de definir las características que posee el Alojamiento Villa de Arma para ser catalogado como un establecimiento de tipo ecolodge, de acuerdo con los criterios y normas existentes. Es decir, se analizó los ambientes del establecimiento con la finalidad de validar si la distribución, diseño interior y servicios que ofrecen responden a los parámetros constructivos de los ecolodges. Después del análisis y comparación se concluye que el alojamiento Villa de Arma incumple y carece muchos aspectos normativos para ser catalogado de tipo ecolodge, como el diseño bioclimático, revalorar las costumbres de la comunidad, contar con paquetes sostenibles e involucrarse en la conservación del hábitat. / Ecolodges are a type of establishment that respect the principles of nature conservation. In other words, they are sustainable and ecological spaces, both in their construction and in their administration. For example, these accommodations are usually built with local materials and the design is integrated with nature. In this way it adapts to the lifestyle of the local people. The methodology used has a mixed approach. The first phase is focused on the search for academic information about the subject of study. The second phase focused on describing and comparing the Villa de Arma Accommodation with the Inkaterra Amazónica accommodation, with the aim of defining the characteristics of the Villa de Arma Accommodation to be classified as an ecolodge-type establishment, according to the criteria and existing standards. In other words, the establishment's environments were analyzed in order to validate whether the distribution, interior design and services they offer respond to the construction parameters of the ecolodges. After the analysis and comparison, it is concluded that the Villa de Arma accommodation does not comply with and lacks many regulatory aspects to be classified as an ecolodge. such as bioclimatic design, reassessing the customs of the community, having sustainable packages and getting involved in habitat conservation. / Trabajo de investigación