Minqa Atelier's Chocó Pambil Refuge: A Minimal Forest House on a Slope

Minqa Atelier’s Chocó Pambil Refuge, a 53 m² house in Pedro Vicente Maldonado, Ecuador, adapts a steep, challenging topography into a compact minimal dwelling. The project, scheduled for completion in 2026, is led by architects Michael Benitez and Adriana Armendariz, with design support from Juan Frelo, Mateo Porras, and Eduardo Ramos. Benitez also serves as the photographer. Classified under the houses category, the design transforms the irregular terrain into a coherent spatial structure integrated into the forest. The project was curated by Valentina Díaz and featured on ArchDaily.