Habitação Universitária da PUC Goiás - Goiânia GO

Abstract

This Final Graduation Project aims to develop an architectural preliminary design for university housing intended for undergraduate students of the Pontifical Catholic University of Goiás (PUC Goiás), located in the city of Goiânia, Brazil. The research is based on the analysis of the expansion of higher education in the state of Goiás and the growing demand for student housing, especially among students coming from other cities, highlighting the insufficiency of existing housing infrastructure. The study is grounded on bibliographic research, institutional data analysis, field research with students, review of current urban legislation, and national and international case studies. The architectural proposal seeks to meet the functional, social, and environmental needs of users, prioritizing thermal comfort, accessibility, urban integration, and collective living spaces. The project proposes a private university residence managed by the university itself, offering diverse housing typologies and qualified common areas, contributing to student retention, social inclusion, and the strengthening of Goiânia’s educational infrastructure.