IDEC Competition Fall 2022
In rural El Salvador, Fernanda Sancho, a single mother, makes traditional jewelry as a means of subsistence for both her and her daughter Ana Sofia. Recently, violence has been on the rise in the neighborhood, and Fernanda feels she must leave to protect herself and her child. She wants to immigrate to the United States as many other Salvadorans do, but she doesn’t have the resources or know-how to do so right away. Deciding to make the journey in steps, She begins by packing as much as she can and catching bus routes up to Guatemala. She gets off in Moyuta, Guatemala, making her way to a refugee camp developing on the outskirts of the town.
A Collaborative Project was done with Pracheeta Chordia
Ensueño
Named after the Spanish word for dream, Ensueño hopes to provide just that. Here, people can leave behind their pasts and nurture their dreams for the future. Featuring an elegant environment that is adaptable to meet unique family needs and can develop with time, this modular living space offers refugees the stability and security they lacked at home. With a design reminiscent of a beehive, the camp promotes a sense of community and growth. Conscious of the surrounding environment and conditions, Ensueño strives to integrate locally sourced sustainable building materials.
Interior View of the Living Space
Interior View of the Hallway and Kitchen
