"Casa Jardín: A Sustainable Oasis in Quito, Ecuador"
The first episode of a new documentary series explores Casa Jardín, a single-family home in Quito, Ecuador, designed for an ecologist named José. The residence features three small independent pavilions with hybrid structures that combine living trees with various construction systems. The project aims to achieve harmonious coexistence between architecture and the natural environment by incorporating regional building techniques and traditional legacies. The documentary series provides insights from residents, builders, guest critics, and the design team, highlighting the social, ecological, political, cultural, and human contexts surrounding these architectural endeavors.