Monte Casa, a compact home to take refuge on the Mexican coast

The construction was oriented to the bottom of the terrain, where the protection of trees would have to guarantee a natural shadow and help regulate the temperature inside. Additionally, a platform was included on the main floor to prevent local fauna from entering the house, so that a small staircase is created for admission that gives character to architecture. This element was also used to include a pool, since the rocky terrain hindered deep excavation.

Both in architecture and design we sought to use natural materials.

Leo Espinosa

Building the pool was the biggest challenge of this project.

Leo Espinosa

Within the house, a dining room, kitchen, living room and a bathroom, which is under a mezzanine where the room was located. In this way the upper floor can enjoy a space completely dedicated to rest. The interior design is made up of a collection of design pieces in raw tones that incorporate artisanal processes in their production. In this way, details of nature were reflected inside and create a connection with the environment.

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