The rapid growth of Quito during the last years has originated numerous changes in the relation patterns with the surrounding area. Within a traditional System, as is the case as far as Ecuador is concerned, the classical model of relations is caracterized by a strong urban domination. Nevertheless, the study of two villages near Quito focuses upon a twin reality : a relative isolation and a negative behaviour towards the city. The findings that should apply to many villages scattered around the capital could also explain up to a certain point the weak distribution of slums in Quito. In opposition to hasty statements worked out from general concepts about dominated areas, this investigation is looking after a presentation and an interpretation of the man-space relation patterns in a perspective corresponding to the geographical approach where the local survey as well as the observation still have their place.