ABOUT US
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We emerged as an cutting edge design solution.
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We generate green and sustainable projects.
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Hand in hand with the sister company Alberto Zavala Arquitectos.
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With extensive experience in design and construction in the Yucatan Peninsula.
ARCHITECTURE THAT TAKES ADVANTAGE OF NATURAL RESOURCES
SITE
We analyze the pre-existing conditions of the land.
THERMAL COMFORT
We use design strategies to depend less on artificial means.
RESOURCE SAVINGS
We consider proposals according to the client's resources.
WIND
We generate cross ventilation in all spaces.
NATURAL LIGHTING
We take advantage of natural light, while protecting from direct solar radiation.
ENERGY
We integrate renewable energies from nature.
ARCHITECTURE FOR THE ENJOYMENT OF NATURE
WATER
We incorporate bodies of water into the design through pools, fountains, ponds...
SUN - SHADOW
We use the contrast between light and shadow.
SENSUALITY
We propose a tactile Architecture, based on the contrast of materials and textures.
LIVING BEINGS
We generate microclimates for the coexistence of species.
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Planning and design of green and recreational spaces.
TRANSPARENCY
We integrate interior spaces with exterior spaces.
ARCHITECTURE FOR THE SENSES
SIGHT
Spaces for visual enjoyment.
TOUCH
Surfaces that invite us to touch and connect.
SOUND
The murmur of a fountain, the rustle of trees, the singing of birds...
SMELL
Spaces that permeate the smell of nature, rain, plants...
TASTE
Spaces that celebrate gatherings outside.
ALBERTO ZAVALA ARCHITECT
Architect, designer, builder, sailor, with extensive work experience in the Yucatan Peninsula. A lover of nature, the sea, design, art, culture, travel and every activity aimed at preserving and respecting the environment.
"My passion is to touch the souls of human beings with my work, and through the creation of an architecture that inspires and excites, while at the same time creating a sense of peace and joy.
I believe in the joint endeavor to respect and manage the resources available today, and as designers relying on intelligent design strategies that reduce the environmental impact and energy consumption as well as the use of renewable resources that we are treated to by nature.
I am determined in working to find an authentic contemporary architecture for Yucatán that best suits the needs of the client, to the realities of our climate, geography, culture and the legendary spirit of the place and time".
EDUCATION
TECNOLÓGICO DE MONTERREY
B. Architecture (1990)
ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA
Glenn Murcutt Master Class (Sydney, Australia) (2010)
ETSAB - UNAUS
Environmental impact of construction materials and sustainable construction techniques (Barcelona, Spain) (2011)
ANAS
Specialist in Sustainable and Self-Sufficient Architecture (Valencia, Spain) (2013)
