With flexibility, resourcefulness, and sustainability at its core, the campus features modular laboratories and educational facilities arranged within a conservatory-like village, blurring the boundary between built and natural environments. Translucent, scalable canopies regulate the microclimate while allowing for natural daylight and ventilation. The roof structure—composed of a double-layered, performative EFTE skin—filters sunlight and generates energy through integrated thin-film solar cells. Rooted in Ecuador’s vernacular architecture, the secondary structure takes inspiration from traditional huts, using locally sourced bamboo for a lightweight, cost-efficient, and culturally resonant construction. By maximizing local resources and supporting regional craftsmanship, the campus establishes a sustainable model for the future of research and education—where science and nature thrive together.
