Ecological Shelters at Finca El Retorno / G Ateliers

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Guatape, Colombia

Text description provided by the architects. The project is located in Guatapé- Antioquia, a place with natural potential for ecological tourism development just two hours from Medellín.

Ecological Shelters at Finca El Retorno / G Ateliers - Stairs

The design acknowledges the natural beauty of the site to create 8 ecological shelters that care to minimize the impact on the site and achieve a delicate fusion of architecture and place. These shelters emerge from the topography and enhance the surrounding nature without competing with it. Corridors at the perimeter, traditional elements from the Colombian dwelling architecture are introduced to achieve a clear relationship between interior and exterior.

Ecological Shelters at Finca El Retorno / G Ateliers - Forest

The green roofs provide spaces for outdoors activities while the wood covered walls generate a warm and cozy atmosphere at the interior.

Ecological Shelters at Finca El Retorno / G Ateliers - Sofa

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Cite: "Ecological Shelters at Finca El Retorno / G Ateliers" 19 Jun 2008. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/2491/ecological-shelters-at-finca-el-retorno-g-ateliers> ISSN 0719-8884

Finca El Retorno生态住宅 / G Ateliers

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