‘Pallozas’
For over a century, architects have explored the relationship between nature and human dwelling. The essay explore the architecture of the pallozas—pre-Roman mountain homes in Galicia—that embody this connection through their sustainable design. Built from local materials and adapted to harsh climates, they offer timeless lessons in ecological, resilient architecture, especially relevant in today’s environmental and urban crises.
For over a century, architects have explored the relationship between nature and human dwelling. The essay explore the architecture of the pallozas—pre-Roman mountain homes in Galicia—that embody this connection through their sustainable design. Built from local materials and adapted to harsh climates, they offer timeless lessons in ecological, resilient architecture, especially relevant in today’s environmental and urban crises.
Essay, The Plant Magazine 22, 2024
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images by Simone Marcolin