With an eclectic architectural design of unexpected volumes and perspectives that invite us to discover the latest clothing trends, Uncommon Ground is MYT+GLVDK’s latest commission. The studio reveals its expertise in creating memorable experiences with this concept store in the south of the Mexican capital.
Project name
Uncommon Ground
Architecture firm
MYT+GLVDK
Location
Artz Pedregal, Mexico City, Mexico
Photography
Alfonso de Béjar
Principal architect
Andrés Mier y Terán
Design team
Andrés Mier y Terán, Regina Galvanduque, Iván Avilés, María Carrillo, Luna Kindler, Karla Gómez, Pablo Serratos
Collaborators
Turmus, EMA
Interior design
MYT+GLVDK
Structural engineer
Salatiel
Environmental & MEP
MYT+GLVDK
Tools used
Rhinoceros,3D AutoCAD, Grasshopper
Material
Oak Wood, leather, plastic carpet, epoxy paint
Typology
Commercial › Store
The Mayans believed that the moon and the stars had an influence on the earth and its surroundings. This was reflected in their architecture, as they believed that the moon and the stars had a direct impact on it.
Architecture firm
Arista Cero
Location
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Principal architect
André Borges
Design team
Claudia Aguilar, André Borges, Mario Gonzalez
Tools used
AutoCAD, Sketchup, V-ray
Material
Concrete, Granite, Stone, Glass, Wood, Aluminum.
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
As part of the process we were inspired by the proportions of Mayan architecture to create this project. Mayan architecture was one of the most advanced of its time, and even today its proportions are a source of inspiration, using its design principles, we have created a modern project that reflects the past.
Architecture firm
Arista Cero
Location
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Principal architect
André Borges, Mario Gonzalez
Design team
Mario Gonzalez, André Borges
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3D Max, Vray
Material
Concrete, Stones, Granite, Glass, Steel, Wood, Aluminum
Typology
Residential › Apartments
Casa Erendira is a project developed for two women: Mother and Daughter. Enthusiasts of Mexican culture, natural materials, vegetation, warmth, and the artisanal craftsmanship of the towns in the state of Michoacán, they desired a home that embodied these elements in its materiality: open gardens for a vegetable patch, interior greenery, the warmth...
Project name
Erendira House (Casa Erendira)
Architecture firm
Pepe Ramírez
Location
Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico
Principal architect
José Ramírez
Collaborators
María Concepción Luna
Structural engineer
AZ INGENIERIA, Ma. de Los Ángeles Zambrano
Construction
Pepe Ramírez
Material
Concrete, Wood, Glass, Steel
Typology
Residential › House
Indigo, a gracefully designed enclave south of San Miguel de Allende, captures the essence of old Mexican haciendas in a contemporary setting. Situated in El Caracol neighborhood, just a stroll away from the city's historic center, Indigo blends the modern with the timeless, creating a serene, cloister-like ambiance that resonates with character a...
Project name
INDIGO Income Properties
Architecture firm
1i Arquitectura y Diseño Estratégico
Location
San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico
Principal architect
Rafael Martínez Saucedo
Design team
1i Arquitectura y Diseño Estratégico
Built area
4,900 m² (52,743 ft²)
Site area
2,227.60 m² (23,978 ft²)
Interior design
1i Arquitectura y Diseño Estratégico
Civil engineer
Andres Casal
Structural engineer
Andres Casal
Environmental & MEP
1i Arquitectura y Diseño Estratégico
Lighting
1i Arquitectura y Diseño Estratégico
Construction
1i Desarrollos
Supervision
Inmobiliaria Marquisa
Visualization
Rendercraft + Taller Ver3D + 1i Arquitectura y Diseño Estratégico
Material
Brick, Concrete, Plaster, Wood beams, Oak
Client
Inmobiliaria Marquisa
Typology
Residential › Housing, Apartments
Appropriates the concept of a gallery. On the ground floor are the social spaces, whose route appears and is emphasized with lighting towards pieces of art. The combination of materials, colors, and textures in the different natural stones contrast with the light wood and neutral tones on the walls.
Architecture firm
Arista Cero
Location
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Photography
Manolo R. Solis
Principal architect
Mario Gonzalez
Design team
Mario Gonzalez, André Borges, Vilma Chin
Interior design
Bernardo Negrete Studio
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vray
Material
Concrete, Steel, Marble, Granite, Glass, Wood, Aluminum
Typology
Residential › House
Nestled on an 8 by 17-meter canvas in Calvillo, Aguascalientes, stands a residence that defies conventional expectations, seamlessly marrying innovation with functionality. This gem is a testament to the transformative power of design within spatial constraints.
Project name
Casa Guayabi
Location
Calvillo, Aguascalientes, Mexico
Tools used
Revit, Ecotec, Corona Renderer, Autodesk 3ds Max, Morpholio
Principal architect
Antonio Duo, Sofía Herfon
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Residential › House
In the captivating landscape of Sonora, Mexico, where desert, sea, and mountains intertwine, an architectural ensemble stands tall on a tiny triangular plot. This enclave, comprising just three modules each measuring 3x7 meters, seeks to offer a unique experience for short stays in the region.
Project name
Casa Tres Ecos
Location
San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico
Tools used
Revit, Ecotec, Corona Renderer, Autodesk 3ds Max, Morpholio
Principal architect
Antonio Duo, Sofía Herfon
Typology
Residential › House
