This Green-Roof House in Mexico Features Circular Shapes for Five Trees to Thrive

Architecture Architecture By Happy Jasta · 23 August, 2024

Architecture has changed a lot with sustainability at the forefront!

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This weekend house in Santa María del Oro, Mexico is a great example of building sustainably, preserving the nature and minimizing the environmental footprint

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Designed by Mexican studio MCxA Group, the dwelling beautifully merges into the surrounding landscape with a green roof

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The firm has added circular shapes in the ceiling and floor to allow five giant trees grow alongside the dwelling

Another highlight is the interior courtyards within the dwelling that flood the living spaces with natural light

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Concrete use is minimized, and local stones are used for masonry to lessen the impact of the project on site

The dwelling uses low-energy equipment and LED lighting, while a solar array will be set up in a nearby plot to provide green energy

The project incorporates rainwater harvesting, as well as stores black water in a separate well to prevent contamination of the nearby lake clean

The interior features brown and beige colors which symbolizes earthy tones found in the local landscapes

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The house is truly a prime example of sustainable architecture

Images: Rafael Gamo Images: Rafael Gamo

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