El Fraile Ranch House by Heryco
The El Fraile Ranch House hotel in Guanajuatito, Mexico, was designed by Heryco. It expands an existing country home into a contemporary retreat in 2024, featuring two volumes linked by a service corridor. The design incorporates natural materials and a retractable glass façade to blend modernity with the surrounding rural landscape, aiming for a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.

The Guanajuatito retreat combines sophistication and serenity
This architectural intervention, which is part of an agricultural and equestrian estate, expands an existing country house, transforming it into an exquisite refuge designed for large-scale gatherings, while maintaining its intimate connection with nature.


The interiors of El Fraile Ranch House prioritize perfect functionality
An elevated wooden canopy, supported by sturdy wooden columns, protects the space, while a fully retractable glass façade dissolves the boundaries between inside and out, framing sweeping views of the ranch.

Materiality is key to shaping El Fraile’s atmosphere. The interplay between wood, stone and glass creates a dialog between tradition and modernity, while the soft, ambient lighting infuses the space with warmth and tranquility.

More than a site, El Fraile Ranch House serves as a statement on contemporary rural architecture.

Combined components for contemporary Mexican architecture



Photography by Ariadna Polo
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