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RI House by Infante Poblete Montt: A Suspended Lookout Over Zapallar Bay

architecture-design · 2026-07-31

Situated on El Morro hill, the RI House, created by the Chilean architecture firm Infante Poblete Montt, spans 400 square meters and was finalized in 2024. This residence is designed as a suspended lookout, offering sweeping views over trees and rocks, showcasing the entire Zapallar bay in one glance. Valentina Díaz curated the project, while architect Gerardo Infante R. led the design, with Altiplano handling general construction. Nicolás Saieh captured photographs of the house. Classified as residential architecture, the project is highlighted on ArchDaily, which supplied the written description.

Key facts

  • RI House is located on El Morro hill, overlooking Zapallar bay.
  • The house was designed by Infante Poblete Montt.
  • The project has an area of 400 square meters.
  • The completion year is 2024.
  • Lead architect is Gerardo Infante R.
  • General construction was done by Altiplano.
  • Curated by Valentina Díaz.
  • Photographs by Nicolás Saieh.

Entities

Artists

  • Gerardo Infante R.
  • Valentina Díaz
  • Nicolás Saieh
  • Nicolas Saieh

Institutions

  • Infante Poblete Montt
  • Altiplano
  • ArchDaily

Locations

  • El Morro hill
  • Zapallar bay
  • Chile
  • Zapallar
  • Cerro El Morro

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