Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture with a concentration in Advanced Architecture
August 2020 - July 2024.
UNIVERSITY
Master of Science in Architectural Studies: Sustainable Architecture
August 2024- Present.
LANGUAGES
AWARDS
Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán, Honduras
Tiendas Tigo January 2021-October 2021
Villas Las Matas, Casa Alem
La Ceiba, Departamento de Atlántida, Honduras
February 2021-November 2022
Ezequiel Farca Studio
Monterrey, Nuevo León, México
August 2023-October 2023
Harari Landscape Architecture
San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, México
March 2024-July 2024
Hospital Centro Oftalmológico y Quirúrgico San José
Nacaome, Valle, Honduras
August 2024-Jan 2025
Winner of the Proyecta 2024 Awards Advanced Architecture category April 9, 2024
DOCENCY
Advanced Architecture concentration, workshop of Unreal Engine 5. Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Monterrey. February -June 2024
OF FLORIDA (UF)
Name: Kailani
Location: Av. Fernando García Roel, S/N
Col. #34, Monterrey, Nuevo León.
Land: 29,611.54 ft2
Year: 2023
Area: 261,856.19 ft2
Type: Mixed-use Building
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Name: Estacion APOLO
Location: Parque Fundidora, Av Fundidora s/n,
Obrera, 64010 Monterrey, N.L., Mexico
Land: 18,921.72 ft2
Year: 2023
Area: 41,071.47 ft2
Type: Train Station
Name: SERENUS
Location: Km. 262, Carretera Nacional, 64986
Monterrey, N.L., Montellán Residencial
Land: 1,372.54 ft2
Year: 2022
Area: 2,927.78 ft2
Type: Single-Family Home 03 Pag. 30-35
Name: Casa Alem
Location: Villas Las Matas, La Ceiba, Atlántida
Department, Honduras
Land: 3,369.1 ft2
Year: 2022
Area: 8,427.11 ft2
Type: Single-Family Home
Name: BIBLIOTECA 9-50
Location: Mirador de Santa Catarina, 66350 Santa Catarina, Nuevo León
Land: 3,810.42 ft2
Year: 2022
Area: 13,044.1 ft2
Type: Library
KAILANI
Name: Kailani
Location: Av. Fernando García Roel, S/N Col. #34, Monterrey, Nuevo León.
Land: 29,611.54 ft2
Year: 2023
Area: 261,856.19 ft2
Type: Mixed-use Building
Kailani, a mixed-use building comprising commercial and residential spaces, is located on Avenida Fernando García Roel, S/N, Colonia #34, in the city of Monterrey, Nuevo León. This innovative project, occupying a land area of 29,611.54 ft2, stands out for its unique design and commitment to openness and community integration. With a total built area of 261,856.19 ft2, Kailani stands as a symbol of harmony between architecture and its surroundings. Its elegantly sculpted curved facade reflects fluidity and connectivity with the surrounding landscape, inviting residents to gather and share experiences in a collaborative environment.
Space delineation and creation of openings Placement of balconies and finishes
Kailani emerges as a building that embraces openness, with a shape and design that extend towards its surroundings, promoting community integration in every corner of its spaces. Its facades are drawn in gentle and elegant curves, reflecting the fluidity and connection with the natural environment.
ISOMETRIC VIEW OF THE SITE
: Av. Fernando García Roel, S/N Col. #34, Monterrey, Nuevo Léon. Monterrey, Nuevo Léon, Mexico
LEVEL DISTRIBUTION
The building has a total of 22 levels, each with a height of approximately 14.11 feet. Its total height is approximately 310.7 feet.
The interior and exterior spaces of the building are carefully designed to offer a pleasant and comfortable experience for users.
The commercial spaces, amenities, and social areas provide a variety of options for interaction and recreation, fostering a sense of community and well-being.
The distribution of spaces in the building is done efficiently and functionally, making the most of the available area on the land.
The levels of underground parking, commercial areas, apartments, and amenities are organized in a coherent and effective manner, optimizing the use of space without sacrificing comfort or functionality.
ARCHITECTURAL FLOOR PLANS
S H A P E
The curved shape of the building provides greater wind resistance, reducing wind forces on the structure. This, in turn, can help decrease the energy consumption needed for heating, ventilation, and artificial lighting in the building. Additionally, the strategic design of interior spaces, such as the use of natural light and cross ventilation, contributes to greater energy efficiency and reduces the building’s carbon footprint.
The proper shape and arrangement of spaces allow for better control of the indoor climate.
Curved louvers and strategically placed facades reduce the impact of direct sunlight and overheating inside the building. This creates a more comfortable and habitable environment for occupants, improving their quality of life. Finally, it provides a unique and distinctive visual appeal. This distinctive aesthetic can enhance its value as a property and become an architectural landmark in the area.
The wind analysis has shown that the curved shape of the building acts as an aerodynamic profile, resulting in a significant decrease in wind forces on the structure. Being curved, the building experiences less wind resistance compared to a conventional flat shape, thereby reducing the pressures and stresses exerted by the wind on its surface.
THERMAL ANALYSIS
The thermal analysis has demonstrated that the curved louvers applied in the building’s design have a positive impact on climate control and energy efficiency. These features are especially important for providing a comfortable indoor environment and reducing energy consumption in the building.
The curved shape of the louvers allows for better control of solar radiation incident on the building’s facade throughout the day and across different seasons. By using curved louvers, a more even distribution of natural light is achieved inside the building, avoiding excessive heat in the spaces and reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day.
STRUCTURAL CRITERIA
Waffle slab, 50.79 x 50.79 inches
Load-bearing wall, 12 in
Retaining wall, 12 inches
Column C1, 39.37 x 59.45 inches
Column C2, 35.43 x 35.43 inches
Beam V1, 19.69 x 23.62 inches
MOMENT MAPPING
MEP INSTALLATIONS
REGULATION
Definition of loads: NTC C and ASCE SEI 7.
Definition of load combinations ASCE SEI 7.
Concrete design: ACI 318 and NTC EC.
STRUCTURAL RESISTANCE
Live load of 250 kg/m² (approximately 52 pounds per square foot)
Total load of 2,831,553 kg (approximately 6,243,225 pounds)
The station is located in Parque Fundidora, adjacent to the Arena Monterrey. Within its surroundings, there are structures dedicated to exhibitions within the park, as well as green areas that predominate in representation and on-site. In the area, there are main avenues that allow for a mobility analysis, such as Francisco I. Madero Avenue, as well as other commercial buildings.
It is distinguished by its marked and significant sound presence, reflecting the various activities and events that take place within its domains. Music plays a central role in this context, generating festive and celebratory moments, promoting musical diversity, and providing a platform for local and national artists. The station aims to create an immersive architectural experience that enhances users’ sensory connection with advanced architecture, focusing on enriching the musical culture of Parque Fundidora. Additionally, the station is oriented towards improving user comfort through the implementation of bioclimatic architecture.
Nuevo Léon, Mexico
Parque Fundidora, Av Fundidora s/n, Obrera, 64010 Monterrey, N.L., Mexico
CREATIVE PROCESS LOCATION
A particle system was programmed to react to the decibels in the area.
A detailed analysis was conducted on the direction and speed of winds, as well as the temperatures associated throughout the year. This study allowed for the identification of prevailing wind currents, their intensity, and seasonal thermal variations. The gathered information served as a foundation for designing strategies for natural ventilation.
Upon obtaining these coordinates, the first conceptual approach was developed, incorporating the key characteristics of sound.
Design criteria are applied by implementing spatial and structural strategies.
The design of parametric scales is applied within the form of the roof.
Monterrey,
FLOOR PLANS
STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
IMPLEMENTATIONS
The movable roof was designed as a direct response to the results of solar exposure and wind analysis. Mobile sections were implemented to adjust solar exposure according to the season and facilitate air circulation.
MESH ROOF COMPONENTS MOVEMENT PISTONS FOR THE PVC MESH
The LED system emits lights of different colors and intensities to communicate information or create light shows synchronized with music.
ROOF STEEL TRUSSES EVERY 3 METERS LONGITUDINAL SUPPORT OF THE PVC MESH
This station represents a comprehensive approach to modern architecture, where sustainability, creativity, and functionality come together to create a vibrant and appealing public space. By integrating innovative design elements and cultural concepts, the station achieves not only its practical purpose but also enriches the quality of life for those who use it and the surrounding community.
RESULTS OF BIOCLIMATIC ANALYSES
ANNUAL NATURAL VENTILATION RESULT
The permeability of the station was verified through a wind simulation that demonstrates the effectiveness of natural ventilation circulation.
RESULTADO DE VENTILACIÓN NATURAL ANUALMENTE
ANNUAL AVERAGE SHADOW RESULT
The presence of indirect natural lighting contributes to energy efficiency and the visual well-being of users, while the effective implementation of shades ensures uniform illumination.
ANNUAL TEMPERATURE COMFORT RESULT
A study of the surfaces in the station was conducted, demonstrating an annual reduction of approximately 5 degrees Celsius in the temperature inside the station.
SERENUS
Name: SERENUS
Location: Km. 262, Carretera Nacional, 64986 Monterrey, N.L., Montellán Residencial
Land: 1,372.54 ft2
Year: 2022
Area: 2,927.78 ft2
Type: Single-Family Home
“Casa Serenus” is a project located in Monterrey, Nuevo León, aiming for integration and connection between the interior and the surrounding environment. It features visible green areas from various points within the architectural project, enhancing user experience through high comfort and quality spaces. The landscaping is emphasized, taking advantage of the natural surroundings, including iconic hills in the area. Outdoor spaces are designed for appreciation and comfort, contributing to the overall aesthetic.
The house exudes elegance with its dark tones on the facade, creating a contrast with light shades and allowing natural light to illuminate the interiors through large windows that offer perspectives to landscaped areas.
CREATIVE PROCESS
Delimitation of habitable spaces and open spaces
finishes installation
The main concept of this single-family house is based on flexibility and versatility. While the interior spaces remain constant, the possibility to change and adapt the facades has been designed according to the owner’s preferences or environmental needs. This feature allows for visual customization and a harmonious integration of the house into different architectural contexts and aesthetic styles.
The connection with the exterior through the internal garden is an essential element for this residence. This design allows nature and natural light to penetrate the interior, creating a sense of harmony and well-being. The internal garden not only adds aesthetic appeal but also enhances indoor air quality, provides a calm and relaxing space, and encourages a connection with nature.
Monterrey, Nuevo Léon, Mexico
Km. 262, Carretera Nacional, 64986 Monterrey, N.L., Montellán Residencial
ISOMETRIC VIEW
The bedrooms in the SERENUS residence offer a variety of living experiences that adapt to different needs and preferences. From the double-height secondary bedroom with its spacious layout to the elegant master bedroom with a walkin closet and the single-story but larger-thandouble-height secondary bedroom, each of these spaces contributes to creating an exceptional and pleasant single-family home for its residents.
The connection between the second-floor living room and the first-floor living room through the double-height space is an architectural element that adds a sense of openness and cohesion to the residence, creating a more inviting and spacious atmosphere. The double-height feature allows both rooms to be visually connected and communicate with each other, generating a feeling of continuity and fluidity in the design.
CASA ALEM
Name: Casa Alem
Location: Villas Las Matas, La Ceiba, Atlántida Department, Honduras
Land: 3,369.1 ft2
Year: 2022
Area: 8,427.11 ft2
Type: Single-Family Home
Casa Alem is a two-story single-family home located facing La Ceiba Beach in El Porvenir, Atlántida, within the “Villas Las Mata” neighborhood. The focus of this beach house is to meet the needs with versatile spaces for relaxation, including a pool in the front yard. The orientation of the house ensures shading without compromising sea views. With three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, laundry area, and terraces, the interior layout is functional. Windows and terraces offer panoramic views of the sea, creating a connection with the natural surroundings. Casa Alem aims to combine functionality and comfort to provide a unique living experience in “Villas Las Mata.”
LOCATION
Delimitation of spaces and terraces for views
Placement of glass, steps, and structural components
VIEWS
This focus on views aims to integrate the beauty of the marine landscape into the daily experience of the house’s inhabitants, creating a direct connection with nature. The views not only serve as an aesthetic element but can also influence the perception of space and contribute to a relaxed and harmonious atmosphere within the residence, making the maritime environment an integral part of everyday life in Casa Alem.
The central concept behind the views in the context of Casa Alem focuses on the visual appreciation of the surrounding natural environment, especially the sea. In the design of the house, significant importance has been given to creating spaces and openings that allow residents to enjoy panoramic and picturesque views of the ocean from various areas of the residence, such as windows and terraces.
Villas Las Matas, La Ceiba, Departamento de Atlántida, Honduras
CREATIVE PROCESS
La Ceiba, Departamento de Atlántida, Honduras
FRONTAL FACADE
LEFT SIDE FACADE
Casa Alem, in Villas Las Mata, stands out for its functional and straightforward two-story layout. The front yard with a pool offers a versatile space for outdoor activities. Strategic windows and terraces capture panoramic sea views, connecting the residence with its surroundings. With three bedrooms and private bathrooms, privacy and comfort are prioritized. The presence of a laundry area demonstrates attention to daily needs. Overall, the house seeks to balance functionality with aesthetics to create a welcoming space by the sea.
BIBLIOTECA 9-50
Name: BIBLIOTECA 9-50
Location: Mirador de Santa Catarina, 66350 Santa Catarina, Nuevo León
Land: 3,810.42 ft2
Year: 2022
Area: 13,044.1 ft2
Type: Library
The Biblioteca 9-50 is an architectural project located in Mirador de Santa Catarina, Nuevo León. Designed on a 354 m² plot, this library has an area of 12,212 ft² spread across three levels.
This library aims to promote integration, knowledge exchange, and the promotion of culture in an inspiring and harmonious environment. With modern and functional architecture, the Biblioteca 9-50 stands as a symbol of unity and learning, enriching the lives of the communities that converge in this place.
Space delimitation and creation of circulation openings
Placement of structural components and bioclimatic strategies
A single structure was chosen to combine the workshop, kitchen, library, and office modules. The project is located in the upper right corner of the plot, with the main facade facing east. The project is situated and oriented in a way that part of the structure is partially underground. This allows for the utilization of the natural elevation of the terrain, providing greater accessibility to the structure.
The library aims to create a place that promotes connection between the local and migrant community. The strategic location between two communities suggests an intention to act as a meeting point, where people from different backgrounds can come together and share.
Mirador de Santa Catarina, 66350 Santa Catarina
Monterrey, Nuevo Léon, Mexico
FRONTAL FACADE
RIGHT SIDE FACADE
ISOMETRIC VIEW
LEVEL 1
1. Kitchen Pantry
2. Kitchen
3. Dining Area
4. Restroom Storage
5. Men’s Restroom
6. Women’s Restroom
7. Inclusive Restroom
8. Service Area
9. Workshops
10. Workshop Storage
11. Front Garden
12. Level 1 Entrance
LEVEL 2
13. Restroom Storage
14. Men’s Restroom
15. Women’s Restroom
16. Library Reception Area
17. Social Area
18. Offices
19. Level 2 Entrance
LEVEL 3
20. Library 21. Library Terrace
The workshops and spaces dedicated to basic education for migrants reinforce the idea that the library has an educational and social support focus. The inclusion of restrooms, kitchen, and dining area also shows a concern for providing basic services and amenities for those using the place, and the offices aim to serve as a working area. Similarly, it is a place with many social areas to establish a connection between communities.
