Casa Horno de Pan: A 48 m² Mountain Retreat Near Quito by Taller General and ERDC Arquitectos
Completed in 2022, Casa Horno de Pan is a compact 48-square-meter house designed by the architectural firms Taller General and ERDC Arquitectos. The project is situated on Cerro Auqui, a mountainous slope bordering Quito, Ecuador, separated from the city by a river yet only a 20-minute drive from the center. Agustina Coulleri served as the curator. The architectural team included Martín Real, Florencia Sobrero, Fernanda Esquetini, and Pablo Puente, with Santiago León as a collaborator. Engineering was handled by Patricio Cevallos, and construction was carried out by Taller General. JAG Studio provided the photography. The location emphasizes a peripheral, mountainous topography, described as distant yet accessible. The design falls under the category of residential houses, highlighting a blend of remote natural setting and urban proximity.
Key facts
- Casa Horno de Pan was completed in 2022.
- The house has an area of 48 square meters.
- It is located on Cerro Auqui near Quito, Ecuador.
- The site is separated from Quito by a river.
- The drive to Quito's center takes 20 minutes.
- The architectural firms involved are Taller General and ERDC Arquitectos.
- Agustina Coulleri curated the project.
- Photography was done by JAG Studio.
Entities
Artists
- Agustina Coulleri
- Martín Real
- Florencia Sobrero
- Fernanda Esquetini
- Pablo Puente
- Santiago León
- Patricio Cevallos
Institutions
- Taller General
- ERDC Arquitectos
- JAG Studio
Locations
- Cerro Auqui
- Quito
- Ecuador