Mexican architecture

Históricamente, los mercados han sido puntos de encuentro fundamentales para el intercambio económico y cultural, sirviendo como infraestructura vital que alimenta la vida comunitaria. En estos espacios, no solo se realiza el intercambio de productos básicos, sino que también son lugares de encuentro, donde se preservaban tradiciones que forman parte del tejido social y cultural. Andrés Cedillo / ESPACIOS El Mercado Público Porfirio Díaz Mori, construido entre 1984 y 1986 en la ciudad de Tuxtepec, Oaxaca, había experimentado un deterioro significativo después de más de veinte años sin recibir mantenimiento adecuado. Esta situación llevó al aba... Más

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... Más

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... Más

The Amelia Tulum residential and commercial project forms part of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the Riviera Maya, within Aldea Zamá, which requires a lot of awareness as cenotes and jungle are all around. The intention is that the difference with the natural context will not be perceived, that the architecture becomes part of the jungle, just like the abandoned Mayan structures. Óscar Caballero for Sordo Madaleno Amelia Tulum’s concept is born of respect for the natural conditions of the climate, topography and native vegetation. The proposed construction has the least impact on the terrain, using the minimum footprint when raising the structure above the ground – the way a stilt house coexists wi... Más

Alegria Palace is a residence located in Brisas de Zicatela, Santa Maria Colotepec, Oaxaca. Its name was chosen based on the sensations it aims to evoke in users and the inspiration drawn from the selected architectural style, reminiscent of the palaces of North Africa. The main vision was to create a residence exclusively oriented towards rental. To achieve this goal and provide an attractive experience for tourists who stay there, the architectural design was inspired by a Moroccan style, aiming to attract both local and foreign tourists with a high visual and sensory aesthetic value in one of Mexico's most popular vacation destinations. Alex Kroktov Alex Kroktov The project offers the opportunity to inhabit a space of foreign... Más

Casa EA, located on the outskirts of Mérida, Yucatán, features a "C" shaped design centered around a garden and pool. Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis The residence combines natural light, ventilation, and views with regional materials like light-toned stone, black marble, chukum, and tropical woods. Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis This blend creates a warm, functional, and visually captivating retreat that harmonizes contemporary design with local character. Manolo R. Solis TAMA Taller Mexicano de Arquitectura... Más

Sabino es una residencia que redefine sus límites espaciales en un terreno angosto al extender al máximo las visuales. Desde el exterior, se presenta como una fachada sólida compuesta por tres volúmenes herméticos; sin embargo, en su interior, este concepto se transforma por completo. La casa se expande visualmente, optimizando el área del predio y ofreciendo una sensación de amplitud inesperada. Ariadna Polo Ariadna Polo Ariadna Polo Los espacios se organizan en tres volúmenes independientes que invitan a disfrutar del clima templado de la zona, llevando las actividades diarias hacia el exterior. La casa vive hacia el patio central, al igual que las casas tradicionales... Más

It’s a restaurant that opens its doors in the Condesa neighborhood, designed by the Mexican firm WORC, whose concept arises from recreating the authentic flavors of Seoul’s street food in Mexico City. It is a space that serves as a stage for friends to share, immersing visitors in Korean culture through design and gastronomy. Zaickz Moz Zaickz Moz Upon entering, a red neon sign welcomes diners with the inscription “KDMX AUTHENTIC STREET FOOD,” inviting them to experience a space where a small lobby, long tables, and a kitchen island and restrooms for the restaurant are located. Zaickz Moz Zaickz Moz The main challenge of this project was to combine the Mexican context with the contemporary aesth... Más

A “public house” that features a restaurant, an artistic display, and a community gathering place. Moradores describes itself as a “public house” composed of a restaurant, art exhibition, and a meeting point for the community, within a nearly 100-year-old house that is one of the few survivors of the evolution of a representative neighborhood in downtown Toluca. This architecture demanded to be rescued from oblivion, bringing light and life back to what was once a family home, and transforming it into a space for the community. Zaickz Moz Zaickz Moz It is located in the 5 de Mayo neighborhood, just a few meters from Zaragoza Garden and the old Toluca beer factory, an area that was characterized by its hig... Más

The Village is another building within the same residential complex in Playa del Carmen as Costa, and it was thoughtfully designed by Sordo Madaleno. Albers S   The guiding principle behind the lobby's interior design was to embrace a straightforward approach to materiality and texture, thereby blurring the distinction between indoor and outdoor spaces. Thoughtfully positioned around the waiting room area, wooden stools invite guests to pause, while wooden sculptures by K the Kilo are thoughtfully integrated throughout the space to maintain a seamless flow to passing guests. Albers S   The reception desk, characterized by its long rounded shape with bold edges, mirrors the texture pattern present throughout the space... Más