Article source: JORGE HERNANDEZ DE LA GARZA

The Suntro House is located in the residential area of Oaxtepec, Mexico among delightful natural surroundings, with the natural slopes of Tepozteco to the north and the highway leading to Haciendas de Yautepec to the south.  The lot is oriented to the northeast with a splendid view of Tepozteco. The sunlight falling on this white volume creates striking images produced by the whimsical movements of shadows and reflections.  Even in the height of summer, the responsive shape promotes cool interiors by allowing a continuous circulation of air while maintaining a presence that optimizes the potential of its setting. The exposed concrete floor creates a sense of continuity between interior and exterior of the building. The uneven topography was utilized by placing the pool at street level and lowering the house at midlevel.

Image Courtesy © Paul Czitrom

• Architects: JORGE HERNANDEZ DE LA GARZA
• Project: Suntro House
• Location: Oaxtepec, México
• Photography: Paul Czitrom
• Design team: Carlos Rubio Martinez
• Completion year: 2007
• Deasign year:2006
• Area: 254 m2
• Client: Grupo Suntro
• Furniture: Gandiablasco By Designet
• Art: Victor Reyes
• Sculptures: Alfonso Magaña

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