Mexican architecture

Sometimes a location you walked past throughout your childhood—at times intriguing, at times barely noticeable—transforms into the canvas for a new home for a young family, situated on the edge of Mérida’s historical center. The project is based on an existing large, old house (casona). After the removal of deteriorated slabs and walls that were not part of the original structure, the house is divided into two wings: one within the remnants of the original structure, connected to the street, and the new wing, which integrates with the courtyard. Manolo R Solis Manolo R Solis Manolo R Solis The main entrance is positioned at the center of the first bay, through a semi-covered patio, where the door acc... More

A family home transformed into a sanctuary—a house for living. The project is based on a 1960s house, evolving into a home for contemporary life, a calm space for relaxation and enjoyment. The process began by clearing the pre-existing architectural program, eliminating unused spaces (a storage room, an intermediate room, and the entrance porch). Two interior courtyards were created to improve natural lighting and ventilation throughout the house. Manolo R Solis Manolo R Solis Manolo R Solis The master bedroom was expanded to accommodate a home-office space. To the north, a terrace was designed to serve as a transition between interior and exterior spaces, integrating the living-dining area and the master bedroom with... More

 Casa Dragones pays tribute to Yucatecan architecture through a contemporary reinterpretation that honors the morphological and spatial memory of the territory, expressed through local materials and traditional construction systems. The residence is conceived as a dynamic environment, where the boundary between interior and exterior dissolves through patios and thresholds that modulate light, shadow, and natural ventilation. Funciono The project is anchored by a reinforced concrete plinth that acts as a solid base, rooting the house within its context. This stone-like mass does not remain static; it fragments and opens into a sequence of arches that establish rhythm and spatial continuity, creating a fluid transition between insi... More

Casa Entrelomas is located within a densely urbanized residential area. The architectural proposal emerges as a response to a context defined by noise, close proximity between dwellings, and a limited presence of natural spaces. In this setting, the project proposes an introspective single-family residence, whose primary objective is to create an interior space of calm and shelter. César Béjar Studio César Béjar Studio The house is inserted in a restrained manner into the urban fabric. Its main façade, closed and built in exposed concrete, acts as an acoustic and visual barrier to the immediate surroundings, allowing controlled exposure to the street while preserving the privacy of its inhabitan... More

Casa Pinar stands on the outskirts of the city, immersed in a dense forest in Zapopan, Jalisco. More than occupying a site, the project emerges from it. From the first visit, the place established a clear mandate: not a single tree should be removed, and the architecture must weave itself into the existing landscape. The house is therefore not an object placed in nature, but a consequence of it — shaped by the woodland atmosphere and the subtle variations of the terrain. A. Figueroa and Alber Studio The building settles into the ground through a series of stone plinths that contain the service areas, allowing the domestic spaces to detach lightly from the terrain and unfold on a single level. This strategy minimizes impact while... More

On the coast of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Casa Kel-Mar emerges as a retreat designed and built by a local firm that understands the essence of place. Set on a 369 m² lot, the residence unfolds as a dialogue between two main volumes, connected by a bridge that hovers over the pool. This layout not only organizes the architectural program but also transforms circulation into a scenic experience. CESAR BELIO CESAR BELIO CESAR BELIO The first volume, a single-story structure, concentrates the social life of the home: a double-height living room, dining area, kitchen, guest bathroom, and service spaces. Its sloping roof rises gradually to reveal a spacious, light-filled interior, where daily gatherings are enhanced by visual... More

Designed for a young couple seeking an escape from urban confines, Casa Cono stands as a comprehensive abode, intertwining living, working, and daily routines within the grandeur of a woodland setting. Its design seamlessly integrates with the terrain, respecting the presence of each tree, elevating these natural elements as central figures within the architectural narrative. LGM Studio The structure comprises two rectangular volumes, artfully layered and rotated, forming a geometric interplay that organizes the architectural program across two levels in a straightforward and sincere manner. Embracing diverse vistas, this design aims to optimize scenic perspectives throughout the space. Predominantly translucent facades permeate the... More

Located in Querétaro, Mexico, Sōko is a Japanese teppanyaki restaurant that reinterprets the industrial character of its barrel-vaulted warehouse through a refined, minimalist language. The name—derived from the Japanese word sōko, meaning “warehouse”—honors the building’s origins. Designed by CAAM, Sōko uses brick, concrete, and metal as defining materials, preserving the existing structure while introducing precise interventions that balance tradition and modernity. Zaickz Moz Zaickz Moz Entry is through a landscaped garden, where brick walls buffer the dining area from the street. Reflections of trees on water surfaces soften the transition, setting a contemplative tone that continues indo... More

Historically, markets have served as essential meeting places for economic and cultural exchange, acting as vital infrastructure that nurtures community life. They not only facilitate the exchange of basic products but also preserve traditions that are integral to the social and cultural fabric. Andrés Cedillo / ESPACIOS Andrés Cedillo / ESPACIOS Built between 1984 and 1986 in the city of Tuxtepec, Oaxaca, the Porfirio Díaz Mori Public Market had significantly deteriorated after more than twenty years without proper maintenance. This situation led to the abandonment of traders and created insecurity due to structural and electrical problems. As part of the Urban Improvement Programme implemented by the Secret... More

Casa Lantana is a home designed to offer a retreat-like space within the city, fostering both relaxation and connection. It captures the essence of a peaceful getaway while maintaining its urban context. Lorena Darquea The ground floor becomes an open plan, a terrace-like space where the completeopening of its windows allows the exterior to blend seamlessly with the interior. Theheights of the public area are enhanced by a level change that separates the entranceand kitchen from the living and dining areas, maintaining a shared view whiledistinguishing the spaces through variations in elevation. Lorena Darquea The ground floor is freed from dividing walls, with services integrated around theperimeter, optimizing both its spaciou... More

Casa Caribu is located to the west of the Guadalajara metropolitan area in the municipality of Zapopan, Jalisco México. This area is adjacent to the Protected Natural Area of the Bosque de la Primavera, one of the largest natural spaces surrounding the city. Fortunately, the subdivision where Casa Caribu is situated lies at the edge of this zone, where the predominant forest of pines and oaks, due to the area’s altitude, integrates the house into this natural conservation system. The site’s topographical features, set within a wooded environment and at considerable elevation, include moderately steep terrain and abundant oak vegetation, which are integral to the Bosque de la Primavera natural system. These characteristics... More