Edificio 55, a historic building in Mérida, Mexico, has been transformed into a hotel by Central de Proyectos SCP. Designed in 2024, the property now subtly marries its historical architecture with contemporary elements. The building, previously a school and medical facility, has retained its original stone walls while incorporating local designed contemporary furniture and new artisanal flooring. This blend of styles creates a vibrant atmosphere and reinforces the hotel’s connection with Mérida’s architectural and cultural heritage.
Villa Lev is a house in Tulum, Mexico, designed by the local studio Espacio 18 Arquitectura in 2024. The building comprises three volumes positioned in a horseshoe shape to create a central courtyard and increase its connection with the natural surroundings and ensure more privacy.
The dwelling was constructed using raw concrete, with wooden furniture used throughout the space to give the interior a warmer atmosphere.
R79 has designed Casita Pegados, a home in Mérida, Mexico, with a focus on blurring the line between interior and exterior spaces. Completed in 2024, the 1,000-square-metre house features a simple distribution plan, with service areas on the west, social areas facing the south garden, and private areas facing north and south. The design incorporates a variety of materials and colours, including white, beige, cream, and brown tones, with an emphasis on greenery and natural elements.
Grupo Arquitectura designed Four Houses Pinares, a set of four independent residences amidst a wooded landscape in Mexico. The architects adapted the homes to the site’s natural topography, ensuring minimal disruption to existing trees. Each structure features a metallic frame with visible wooden beams and panels.
Ederlezi is a house in San Pedro Garza García, Mexico, designed by Práctica Arquitectura in 2022. The residence is organized around a narrow plot and features a unique central courtyard that creates two distinct volumes. Its interior comprises rugged reddish tones, reflecting Mediterranean and desert landscapes. A zigzag pattern on the exterior façade aligns with heritage restrictions, integrating classic and contemporary elements. Emphasizing privacy while offering diverse experiences, the design connects users with the surrounding scenery.
Casa Estudio Díaz D’Abbadie is an innovative house designed by 501 Durán Arquitectos in León, Guanajuato, Mexico. This exceptional property beautifully integrates family life with artistic expression. Featuring a harmonious music studio alongside vibrant communal areas, it creates ideal environments for both personal and professional development amidst elegant modern architecture.
Shi House, designed by HW Studio Arquitectos, is a stunning modern residence located in Morelia, Mexico. This remarkable house showcases a unique blend of vertical and horizontal design elements. It artfully combines natural stone with a striking white volume, harmonizing with the surrounding mountain landscape to create an inviting and balanced living space.
Casa Alegria, a stunning vacation rental in Puerto Escondido, Mexico, designed by Garquiteg in 2022. This Mediterranean-style house in the Zicatela neighborhood boasts seamless indoor-outdoor living, featuring a free-flowing floor plan, lush desert landscaping, and breathtaking views of the nearby Punta Zicatela beach, known for its world-class surf.
Crafted with locally sourced and reclaimed materials, Casa Alegria exemplifies sustainable design while offering a unique and authentic experience for guests seeking a relaxing coastal retreat in the heart of Oaxaca.
