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La Colmena: Multi-family Housing as Shared Neighborhood Infrastructure

Ancestra and Natura Futura are developing "La Colmena" (The Hive) in Durán, Ecuador, a project aiming to counteract urban isolation with shared living spaces.

The project is located in Durán, a city experiencing social and urban tensions that have led to the rise of isolated living environments, diminishing social interaction.

A retired couple initiated the project by acquiring a dilapidated property with the vision of creating three distinct living units.

The goal is to foster a productive and secure neighborhood revitalization through this multi-family housing development.

The project spans 335 m² and is slated for completion in 2026.

It falls under the categories of Mixed Use Architecture, Housing, and Adaptive Reuse.

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