Chapel Built with Roof Tiles Becomes Symbol of Faith, Collective Work, and Recycling at the Highest Point of the Taquil Cemetery in Rural Ecuador

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 24/02/2026 at 14:47

Updated on 24/02/2026 at 14:48

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Chapel Built with Recycled Tiles Completed in 2020 at the Highest Point of the Taquil Cemetery in Loja Becomes Central Space for Annual Mass and Local Tourist Attraction

At the highest point of the Taquil cemetery, in rural Ecuador, the chapel built with recycled tiles was completed in 2020 to host the annual mass in honor of the deceased, becoming a religious, community, and tourist reference in the region.

Chapel Built with Recycled Tiles Reinforces Religious Tradition in Taquil

Located in an area marked by collective practices and a strong Catholic tradition, the chapel built with recycled tiles has become part of the daily life of the local population.

The religious monument occupies a strategic position in the territory, strengthening the relationship between memory, spirituality, and landscape.

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Project Prioritizes Simple Solutions and Integration with the Landscape

The architectural proposal adopted solutions considered simple and efficient, aligned with the local context. Since religious celebrations often take place outdoors, an open chapel was chosen, valuing the natural environment around it.

The spatial configuration establishes a direct connection between the sacred space and the landscape. The structure was designed to respond to environmental conditions and the religious practices of the community, maintaining coherence with the local reality.

Minga Facilitates Construction with Reused Materials

The work was executed through minga, a traditional collective work system. This model allowed the active participation of the inhabitants in the construction of the chapel built with recycled tiles, reinforcing the community character of the project.

Given the economic limitations and rural migration that resulted in abandoned houses, the project prioritized the reuse of available materials. Recycled tiles were used, along with stone, earth, and wood, reducing costs and impacts.

Construction System Ensures Ventilation and Natural Lighting

The system is based on the overlapping of tiles. In the first third of the chapel, a continuous layer was formed.

In the remaining two-thirds, tubes direct the wind, ensuring ventilation and comfort for visitors.

The curved walls dissipate the force of the winds and guide the gaze toward the landscape. A zenith opening allows natural light to enter, intensifying the spiritual atmosphere of the space and reinforcing its architectural identity.

Artistic Elements Expand Religious and Tourist Function

The main façade features a sculpture of the Holy Spirit. The altar, flooring, and part of the masonry received mosaics made from recycled materials, incorporating an artistic dimension to the ensemble.

In addition to hosting the annual celebration, the chapel built with recycled tiles has established itself as a point of tourist interest. The influx of visitors boosts small local economies, strengthening cultural identity and community life in Taquil.

With information from Casa Vogue.

Chapel Built with Roof Tiles Becomes Symbol of Faith, Collective Work, and Recycling at the Highest Point of the Taquil Cemetery in Rural Ecuador

Chapel Built with Recycled Tiles Completed in 2020 at the Highest Point of the Taquil Cemetery in Loja Becomes Central Space for Annual Mass and Local Tourist Attraction

Chapel Built with Recycled Tiles Reinforces Religious Tradition in Taquil

Project Prioritizes Simple Solutions and Integration with the Landscape

Minga Facilitates Construction with Reused Materials

Construction System Ensures Ventilation and Natural Lighting

Artistic Elements Expand Religious and Tourist Function

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Chapel Built with Roof Tiles Becomes Symbol of Faith, Collective Work, and Recycling at the Highest Point of the Taquil Cemetery in Rural Ecuador

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