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Aerial Photography of Houses in Ecuador: Visualizing a Building From Above

Capturing aerial photographs allows raising awareness of a project feature usually complex to capture using traditional methods. Based on the technological opportunities offered by small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly called drones, architecture photographers have begun to explore new ways of capturing a project in order to expose design decisions such as implantation, dialogue with the environment, or the relationship with nearby buildings.

Houses in Ecuador: 10 Homes Designed Around Courtyards

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Inner courtyards and gardens can provide many benefits, such as natural light, better ventilation, and increased contact with nature without losing privacy. 

Concrete Houses in Ecuador: Living Spaces that Break the Mold

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With its wide range of applications and cosmetic properties, concrete is having a moment in the world of architecture. Today, thanks to the ever-moving stream of innovation in concrete production and application, optimal results are now the norm rather than the exception. For architects and builders alike, concrete is an opportunity to explore and experiment with tones and textures, ensuring that there is something for every design and project. 

Cotacachi House / Arquitectura X

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Cotacachi, Ecuador
  • Architects: Arquitectura X
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  378
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2012

30 Plans, Sections and Details for Sustainable Projects

The dramatic improvement in recent decades in our understanding of sustainable design has shown that designing sustainably doesn't have to be a compromise—it can instead be a benefit. When done correctly, sustainable design results in higher-performing, healthier buildings which contribute to their inhabitants' physical and mental well-being.

The benefits of incorporating vegetation in façades and in roofs, as well as materials and construction systems that take energy use and pollution into account, demonstrate that sustainable design has the potential to create buildings that improve living conditions and respect the natural environment.

Below we have compiled 30 plans, sections and construction details of projects that stand out for their approach to sustainability.

Offices and Workplaces: Examples in Plan

The functional distribution plays a fundamental role in the contemporary design of offices and places for work. The study of the architecture plan shows an interesting form of approach; not only allows for proper logistics and circulation but find efficient variations and innovations that will enable better workspaces that adapt to the current needs.

We have selected more than 50 plans of projects that will inspire you, recognizing the different ways in which architects have faced the challenge to design offices, in all different scale ranges.

23 Beautiful Ways to Save Space With Sliding Doors

With a clean and elegant appearance, sliding doors improve the lighting and ventilation of a space.

They also provide several advantages when it comes to design: they frame stunning views and emphasize nature. On the other hand, when using them as an enclosure it is possible to generate a greater fluidity between the interior and exterior spaces, creating an illusion of a larger space.

If you are looking for ideas on how to incorporate sliding doors into your project, keep reading on for 23 impressive examples.

AMBAR / Diez + Muller Arquitectos

AMBAR / Diez + Muller Arquitectos - Office Buildings, Facade
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Ortega House / Estudio A0

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Sangolqui, Ecuador
  • Architects: Estudio A0
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  507
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2017

PERMEABLE LIVING Building / Arquitectura X

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Quito, Ecuador
  • Architects: Arquitectura X
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  9890
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2016
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  BRIKO, CLOSETS.COM, DEKORACTIVE, DeAcero, PEDROSA

Chiviquí Houses / Bernardo Bustamante

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Tumbaco, Ecuador
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  1000
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2017
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Artepiso, Bath&Home Center, Gastón Caro

Las Peñas House / C3V ARQUITECTURA

Las Peñas House / C3V ARQUITECTURA - Houses
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Quito Metropolitan District, Ecuador
  • Architects: C3V ARQUITECTURA
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  395
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2015
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  DeAcero, Enercity, Kubiec, Tallerful

GAIA / Uribe & Schwarzkopf and Leppanen + Anker

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Quito, Ecuador
  • Architects: Leppanen + Anker, Uribe & Schwarzkopf
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  15000
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2016
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Armo, Assin, Atu , Coheco. Mitsubishi, Disconelec, +6

Quito Publishing House / Estudio A0

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  • Architects: Estudio A0
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  3000
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2014
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  ITVAL

Las Naves Courthouse / Arquitectura X + Espinoza Carvajal Arquitectos + Colectivo Arquitectura

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Cumbaya House / Diego Guayasamin Arquitectos

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Quito, Ecuador
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  900
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2016
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  ALPOLIC, Holcim, Lutron, Franz Viegener, Lea Ceramiche, +4

Cubo House / Diez+Muller Arquitectos

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  • Architects: Diez+Muller Arquitectos
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2015