The Mayan Sanctuary

Nestled deep within the lush jungle of Tulum, Mexico, this residence is a celebration of "Brutalismo Tropical." The project is defined by a raw, hand-poured concrete structure that serves as a neutral canvas for the vibrant local flora. To counter the intensity of the Caribbean sun, the design incorporates expansive pergolas crafted from local "tzalam" wood and "bejuco" sticks, creating a rhythmic play of light and shadow—an "atmosphere" of filtered, ethereal warmth.

The boundaries between indoors and outdoors are intentionally blurred. Large-scale pivoting wooden doors open to a central pool area that mimics the organic shape of a natural cenote. The interior palette is intentionally primitive and tactile: polished cement floors, rough-hewn timber beams, and artisanal terracotta tiles. It is a sanctuary designed for absolute disconnection, where the sound of the wind through the palms becomes the house’s natural soundtrack.