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Meet the 15 finalist projects for the ArchDaily en Español 2025 Building of the Year Award

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After two weeks of nominations in the 16th edition of the 2025 Building of the Year Awards, our community evaluated over one thousand projects to select the 15 finalists. This year's awards celebrate excellence in design, innovation, and sustainability across Latin America and Spain, highlighting an exceptional selection of projects on the shortlist. As a public-choice award, we are proud to say that their choices authentically reflect the current state of architecture, while the quality of this year's finalists further underscores the excellence and diversity present in the field.

House for María / Metriq Estudio

House for María / Metriq Estudio - More Images+ 17

Quito, Ecuador
  • Architects: Metriq Estudio
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  37
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2021
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Edimca

La Miradora House / Taller General

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Machachi, Ecuador
  • Architects: Taller General
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  299
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2024

Chachimbiro House / C/ELC

Chachimbiro House / C/ELC - More Images+ 44

Urcuqui, Ecuador
  • Architects: C/ELC
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  592 ft²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2023
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Briggs, D'gres, Denko Flooring, Imptekcorp, Montó Pinturas

Artist Studios and Creative Workspaces: 8 Latin American Projects that Blend Work, Living, and Exhibition Spaces

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In recent years, working from home has become increasingly common, creating a need for domestic spaces that accommodate both professional and personal life. This is especially true for artists, where the integration of living and working spaces is essential. Often, these spaces must also serve as areas for exhibiting artistic production, such as paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and more.

This fusion of work and living environments has influenced architectural and interior design trends, prioritizing flexibility, multifunctionality, and aesthetics that foster both creativity and comfort. Open-plan layouts, modular furniture, and adaptable lighting solutions are now key elements in designs that support the seamless coexistence of work and personal life.

Artist Studios and Creative Workspaces: 8 Latin American Projects that Blend Work, Living, and Exhibition Spaces - More Images+ 22

Taller Atemporal / Quinta Fachada | Arquitectura Consciente

Taller Atemporal / Quinta Fachada | Arquitectura Consciente - More Images+ 23

Ibarra, Ecuador

Cantera House / Taller General

Cantera House / Taller General - More Images+ 23

Quito, Ecuador
  • Architects: Taller General
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  110
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2024

Studio House Guápulo / Rama Estudio

Studio House Guápulo / Rama Estudio - More Images+ 24

  • Architects: Rama Estudio
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  730
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2022