Diana Salvador's Eco-Sensitive Architecture in Ecuador's Galápagos
Diana Salvador, an architect based in Quito, has been highlighted in the 2026 Wallpaper* Architects Directory, which showcases emerging architecture firms. Known for her innovative and sustainable designs, Salvador emphasizes eco-friendly materials and intelligent construction techniques. In 2020, she received the National Award for Minimal Architecture at the Pan-American Architecture Biennial held in Quito, and in 2022, she reached the finals for the UIA 2030 Awards in Paris. One of her notable works, Casa Sula on Santa Cruz Island, was constructed in just 25 days with prefabricated components and features advanced passive cooling systems.
Key facts
- Diana Salvador is a Quito-based architect.
- She has been included in the Wallpaper* Architects Directory 2026.
- She won the National Award in Minimal Architecture at the Pan-American Architecture Biennial of Quito in 2020.
- She was a finalist at the UIA 2030 Awards in Paris in 2022.
- Casa Sula is located on Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos.
- Casa Sula was prefabricated in Quito and assembled in 25 days.
- Casa Sula uses 2,000 custom-made pieces and 17,000 screws.
- The Wallpaper* Architects' Directory is in its 25th edition and includes 30 studios from various countries.
Entities
Artists
- Diana Salvador
Institutions
- Wallpaper*
- Pan-American Architecture Biennial of Quito
- UIA 2030 Awards
Locations
- Quito
- Ecuador
- Santa Cruz Island
- Galápagos
- Paris
- France