designed for a remote site in the valley of nayón, ecuador, estudio felipe escudero has conceived ?house folds? to combine the solidity of concrete with a curved, organic form. planned for an older client, the project proposes a low, single-story residence topped with an expansive green roof that intends to make the architecture blend into its lush surroundings.

main entrance
 
 
the project is volumetrically composed of an organic roof, which is covered with plants through a system of pots that are separate from the concrete slab so as not to generate moisture. the entire building is surrounded by glass on its perimeter, maintaining a connection with the outside and visually highlighting the curved gesture of the roof.

aerial view
 
 
project info:  
project name: house folds
location: nayón, quito, ecuador
architect: estudio felipe escudero
 
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edited by: lynne myers | designboom

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