Chilean Architecture
Architecture and residential design in Chile, from mountain houses to forest cabins, shaped by its varied landscapes and climates.
Chilean architecture has developed across an unusually long and varied territory, from the arid north and central valleys to the forests of the south and the Andean foothills. Architects working in the country respond to steep sites, seismic conditions, and strong relationships between built form and landscape.
Member work under this topic includes single-family houses and cabins sited in rainforest, hillside, and suburban settings near Santiago. The projects examine how materials, roof forms, and raised structures respond to terrain and local conditions.
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House Trapenses by Rodrigo de la Cerda Arquitecto
House Trapenses blends stone and concrete on a hillside, balancing privacy, natural light, gardens, and terraces with contemporary Chilean architecture.
House in Alto Grande by Abarca Palma Arquitectos
Compact zinc-clad house on a Chilean slope, using SIP panels and wood, organized across three levels for spatial efficiency.
Mezzanina Cabin by Arce&Westermeier: A Raised Sanctuary in the Valdivian Rainforest
Elevated forest cabin in Valdivia blending glazed openness with private mezzanine, offering a compact, immersive retreat in Chile’s rainforest.
Cuatro Aguas House by DX Arquitectos: A Sculptural Residence in Chicureo, Chile
The Cuatro Aguas House by DX Arquitectos reinterprets Chilean traditions with clay tiles, brick walls, and a central water courtyard.
