Uses of Wood in Contemporary Mexican Architecture

Wood has played an important role in contemporary Mexican architecture due to its versatility, sustainability, and cultural connection to the architectural history of the country. Currently, architecture in Mexico has gained worldwide recognition for its sensitivity and mastery in designing everyday spaces using various techniques that prioritize sustainability, aesthetics, and bioclimatic design.

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However, it is important to consider the future of materials to ensure that we make the right decisions concerning comfort and durability. Equally important is the study of the potential of these materials to fully utilize their benefits. Wood is one of these materials that are increasingly being explored in greater depth. These design explorations have demonstrated that innovation in design does not necessarily require complex solutions but, instead, involves simple solutions that blend local and ancestral knowledge with our contemporary context.

Within this context, we have selected a series of projects that present innovative solutions for the use of this material, divided into different categories that address various needs. Keep reading to discover the complete list.

Research and Technology

Bending Bridges / Centro de Estudios Superiores de Diseño de Monterrey, CEDIM

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Bending Bridges / Centro de Estudios Superiores de Diseño de Monterrey, CEDIM. Image

Temporary Interventions

Essay 4 Spatial Prosthesis / Manada Architectural Boundaries

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Essay 4 Spatial Prosthesis / Manada Architectural Boundaries. Image

House of Switzerland Pavilion / Dellekamp Arquitectos

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House of Switzerland Pavilion / Dellekamp Arquitectos. Image

Media Perra House / Santos Bolívar

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Media Perra House / Santos Bolívar. Image

Casa de Madera / S-AR stacion-ARquitectura

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Casa de Madera / S-AR stacion-ARquitectura. Image

Thermal Control, Natural Lighting, and Ventilation

Zarzales House / PPAA

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Zarzales House / PPAA. Image

House CMV / Estudio MMX

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House CMV / Estudio MMX. Image

Mi Cielo Lodge / Raúl Galindo + Patricio Galindo

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Mi Cielo Lodge / Raúl Galindo + Patricio Galindo. Image

Escondido / Taller de Arquitectura X / Alberto Kalach

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Escondido / Taller de Arquitectura X / Alberto Kalach. Image

VR Cabin / CRB Arquitectos

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VR Cabin / CRB Arquitectos. Image

Techniques and Implementation of Local Resources

Azulik Uh May Art Center / Roth-Architecture

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Azulik Uh May Art Center / Roth-Architecture. Image

Zak Ik Store / Roth-Architecture

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Zak Ik Store / Roth-Architecture. Image

From the Territory to the Inhabitant / Rozana Montiel | Estudio de Arquitectura

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From the Territory to the Inhabitant / Rozana Montiel | Estudio de Arquitectura. Image

Rural House in Puebla / Comunal Taller de Arquitectura

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Rural House in Puebla / Comunal Taller de Arquitectura. Image

Primera Etapa Escuela Rural Productiva / Bachillerato Rural Digital No.186 + Comunal Taller de Arquitectura

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Primera Etapa Escuela Rural Productiva / Bachillerato Rural Digital No.186 + Comunal Taller de Arquitectura. Image

Sport City Oaxaca / Rootstudio + Arquitectos Artesanos

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Primera Etapa Escuela Rural Productiva / Bachillerato Rural Digital No.186 + Comunal Taller de Arquitectura. Image

Hotel Bardo / Taller de Arquitectura Viva

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Hotel Bardo / Taller de Arquitectura Viva. Image

Luum Temple / CO-LAB Design Office

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Luum Temple / CO-LAB Design Office. Image

La Ceiba / Lucila Aguilar Arquitectos

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La Ceiba / Lucila Aguilar Arquitectos. Image

Crece tu Casa / Lucila Aguilar Arquitectos

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Crece tu Casa / Lucila Aguilar Arquitectos. Image

Grow your School / Lucila Aguilar Arquitectos

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Grow your School / Lucila Aguilar Arquitectos. Image

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Cite: Arellano, Mónica. "Uses of Wood in Contemporary Mexican Architecture" [Usos de la madera en la arquitectura contemporánea de México] 02 Oct 2023. ArchDaily. (Trans. Piñeiro, Antonia ) Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1007032/uses-of-wood-in-contemporary-mexican-architecture> ISSN 0719-8884

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