Research – MonoX

Decalogue to transform mining camps

MonoX is a research publication that proposes criteria for evaluating and designing mining camps, focusing on the quality of life of their inhabitants. It is a methodological guide to transform these productive settlements into more humane, healthy and dignified environments.

Based on interviews, case analyses and a collaboration between ARCHIPLAN and the UC Innovation Center, this document proposes project recommendations applicable in extreme conditions, promoting a sensitive, strategic and contextual architecture.

Location:

CHILE, Metropolitan Region, SOUTH AMERICA

Year:

2018

Pages:

75

Edition:

First

Format:

Physical and digital

Sponsors:

ARCHIPLAN / UC Anacleto Angelini Innovation Center

State:

Published

Destiny:

Mining Research

Tendency:

Accessible and Diverse Housing, Resilient Cities

Researchers:

Juan David Restrepo Posada - Rodrigo Mella
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Habitability

MonoX proposes criteria to improve the quality of life in extreme work environments, prioritizing physical, mental and social well-being.

Landscape

Emphasis is placed on integration with the landscape and the creation of visual contrasts that differentiate work from rest.

Structure

The research covers scales of intervention: from the landscape to the interior, generating coherence throughout the habitable environment.

Methodology

Based on interviews, surveys, bibliography and case studies, the approach combines the qualitative and the technical.

Proposal

The result is a project decalogue applicable both in evaluations and in new designs of mining camps.

Impact

The initiative promotes tangible changes in the daily experience of workers in isolated and highly demanding contexts.

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978–956–09131–0–4

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INTERDISCIPLINARY WORK

The research was possible thanks to the collaboration between architects, academics and students convened by the UC Sin Límites program.


This approach made it possible to integrate multiple visions around the mining habitat, promoting practical and thoughtful solutions.

The research was possible thanks to the collaboration between architects, academics and students convened by the UC Sin Límites program.
This approach made it possible to integrate multiple visions around the mining habitat, promoting practical and thoughtful solutions.

MULTILEVEL INTERVENTION

The analysis is articulated in four scales: territory, urban planning, building and interior.

This framework allows you to address the user experience from their environment to their personal space.

MonoX sets a precedent in the architectural valuation of mining settlements, by integrating well-being and strategic design.

It is an invitation to project with meaning, vision and care towards those who live in the remote.

RETHINKING HABITABILITY IN EXTREME CONTEXTS

We transform ideas into exceptional experiences for our clients

"The idea they propose to improve the environment of the camps is great, since for those of us who are in 7x7 or 10x10 shifts, seeing that the facilities for rest are the same as those of the treatment plants, generates stress and boredom. Also, if the entertainment area sector is improved, with parks, green areas, recreation areas, that would greatly improve the emotional state of the workers."

Mining Camp User - Leandro Castillo