The ruin(s) of Chiloé?: An ethnography of buildings de/reterritorializing

Rapid neoliberal transformation in Chile’s Chiloé archipelago has created a dynamic architectural landscape where competing forces of de- and re-territorialization shape cultural geographies. This study reveals how industrial aquaculture-driven urbanization clashes with heritage sites, particularly colonial-era churches, while new corporate retailers and shopping malls reshape consumer lifestyles. Using ethnographic methods, the research highlights the tension between commodification and preservation in a region transitioning from rural communalism to modern urban landscapes.

Miller, J. C. (2021). The ruin(s) of Chiloé?: An ethnography of buildings de/reterritorializing. Cultural Geographies, 29(3), 435–452. https://doi.org/10.1177/14744740211029280