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The “La Hacienda” Villalba project was conceived with the unique idea of creating a construction that blends seamlessly with the passage of time. It is a countryside dwelling that appears to “age” gracefully while complementing the natural surroundings. The concept of the “Hacienda Mexicana” was explored to incorporate elements that trigger quality space factors: intimate, unexpected, and enigmatic zones were carefully considered.

The entrance to the house is an open space that offers a breathtaking view of the surroundings. It doubles as the house’s central patio, with two walls facing each other, made of a native seed-compositional mix of terracotta adobe blocks. Over time, the seeds will sprout, and the vegetation will transform the straight lines of the walls into a beautiful vertical garden, recreating the idea of the “ruin” that embellishes the Haciendas of the 17th century at the central plateau of México.

The “U” shape circulation design facilitates communication between private and public spaces by surrounding the central patio.

Credits:
Design Architect: Paul Cremoux W.
Project Manager and Construction:
María Jaime Velasco y Fernando Mur
Area: 800m² / 8,600sq. Ft. 
Location: Jilotepec, State of Mexico