Project updates - Latin America

Post-earthquake reconstruction, San Lorenzo de Tarapacá, Chile
Holcim Awards Acknowledgement 2008 Latin America
A sustainable, efficient and durable approach to reconstruction has re-built the homes of 81 families following devastating earthquakes – while ensuring dignity and respect for the local heritage.
Last update: June 9, 2011

Coastal fog-harvesting tower, Huasco, Chile
Holcim Awards “Next Generation” 1st prize 2008 Latin America
A prototype at 1:10 of the full-scale project was completed in February 2010. More data collection and research will take place before full-scale production commences.
Last update: November 1, 2010

Upgrading San Rafael-Unido, urban integration project, Caracas, Venezuela
Global Holcim Awards Gold 2006 and Holcim Awards Bronze Latin America 2005
Stage one was completed in 2006/07 but most of the important sub-projects were suspended. Work recommenced in early 2009 thanks to patience, creativity and community support.
Last update: October 15, 2010

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