Diseño estructural, zonas costeras, durabilidad, NEC, edificio de cuatro niveles, Playas Guayas

Abstract

This study presents the structural design of a four-story building located in Playas; a coastal area of Ecuador characterized by adverse environmental conditions. In this context, the project proposes a structure that complies with the Ecuadorian Construction Standard (NEC), applying appropriate design criteria and using corrosion-resistant materials to increase the building’s service life and reduce maintenance costs, while ensuring safety, durability, and costeffectiveness over time. Furthermore, it seeks to promote safe and long-lasting construction practices that contribute to the sustainable urban growth of the area. During the project’s development, the geotechnical characteristics of the soil, as well as dead, live, and seismic loads, were analyzed in accordance with the NEC 2015 and ACI 318 standards. As a result, an appropriate structural analysis model was developed and validated to ensure compliance with the required safety conditions established by the regulations. Additionally, it is concluded that the proposed design is economically feasible and significantly reduces the risk of premature deterioration. Keywords: structural design, coastal areas, durability, NEC, four-level building, Guayas Beaches.