Maira Medrano - Architecture Portfolio 2026

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MAIRA SOFIA MEDRANO MOYA Cell phone: +52 811 656 8546 Email: maira.s.medrano@gmail.com LinkedIn: maira-medrano-moya Monterrey, México

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Driven Jr. Architect, with an 8-month internship at RCR Arquitectes. Award-winning designer, featured in El Croquis with an academic project selected for the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025. Skilled in visualization and documentation, seeking to pursue LEED GA certification.

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EDUCATION Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM) - Monterrey Campus Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture (B.Arch) August 2020 - December 2024 • Best Academic Average in the Major | GPA: 98.23 • Honorable Mention for Excellence • Vice president of the Architecture Student Society 2022

WORK EXPERIENCE

AWARDS & PUBLICATIONS

LeNoir & Asociados | Monterrey, México April 2025 - Present | Junior Architect

Time, Space, Existence | Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 February 2025 (Exposition: May 2025 - Nov 2025) Selected project “Centro Habitacional Burócratas de Guadalupe” by the School of Architecture of Tecnológico de Monterrey.

On Campus Intern | Tecnológico de Monterrey July 2024 - December 2024 | Part-time Architecture Intern RCR Arquitectes | Pritzker Prize 2017 - Olot, Spain September 2023 - May 2024 | Full-time Architecture Intern OAX Arquitectos | MCHAP 2024 - Monterrey, México October 2022 - February 2023 | Part-time Architecture Intern

SKILLS Dedication | Communication | Teamwork | Leadership | Initiative LANGUAGES Spanish: Native | English: TOEFL IBT C1 | French: Beginner SOFTWARE AutoCAD - Advanced SketchUp - Advanced Revit - Intermediate Rhino - Intermediate VRay - Intermediate D5 Render - Intermediate

Enscape - Beginner 3ds Max - Beginner Adobe Photoshop - Intermediate Adobe Illustrator - Intermediate Adobe InDesign - Advanced Microsoft Office

El Croquis N. 228 (RCR Arquitectes 2017-2024) Credited as a project collaborator. Contributed to: • Rehabilitación Plaça Països Catalans (Execution Project) • Centro Estudiantil de Actividades y Deportes (Visualization) • Polo Artístico y Cultural Île Seguin (Visualization) XL Premio Nacional a la Composición Arquitectónica Alberto J. Pani | September 2024 | Participant Individual 3 day design charette - National competition Representative of Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey campus Cátedra INFONAVIT 10° | June 2023 | Finalist Chosen representative team of Tecnológico de Monterrey.

Project “Centro Habitacional Burócratas de Guadalupe” PROYECTA Awards| Tecnológico de Monterrey • Best Project Management Project| April 2025 | Winner • Entrepreneruship in Architecture| April 2025 | Nominee • Participative Architecture Project| October 2023 | Nominee • Best Collective Housing Project | May 2023 | Winner • Best Single Family Home | May 2023 | Winner GILSA Design Awards | March 2023 | 2nd place Selected representative team of Tecnológico de Monterrey.

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RAÍCES AVA

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Mixed-Use Building Monterrey, México 2024

CASA FERRO Single-Family Home San Pedro Garza García, México 2022

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PABELLÓN CA. XL Premio Alberto J. Pani UNAM, Mexico City, México 2024

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CÁTEDRA INFONAVIT 10° Self-Built Housing & Urban Design Juárez, México 2023

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GILSA DESIGN AWARDS Restroom Design for Showroom Gilsa S.A. Monterrey, México 2023

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TOPOGRAPHIES OF KNOWLEDGE

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Time, Space, Existence Venice Biennale, Italy 2025

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RELIEVE Mixed-Use Building Monterrey, México 2024

SEE AND BE SEEN Reuse Italy Competition Curinga, Catanzaro, Italy 2024

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ROMALDA Collective Housing Monterrey, México 2022

CASA WABI FOR ARTISTS Temporary Residence for Artists Casa Wabi, Oaxaca, México 2022

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RAÍCES AVA PROJECT INFO Mixed-Use Building Residential Units| Commercial Space Academic Project, 8th semester Location Monterrey, Nuevo León, México In collaboration with: Victoria Esquivel, Alexa Palagot Total construction area: 61,056 m2 Year: 2024

BUILDING A UNITED COMMUNITY

NEED FOR

THROUGH OUR ROOTS

COLLECTIVE HOUSING

A project that combines the advantages of modern living with a focus on well-being, connection to nature, and community building.

Raíces AVA pays tribute to our colonial Mexican heritage, through central courtyards, creating captivating interior views while fostering a sense of community among neighbors and visitors.

The project will be developed at the edge of the Distrito TEC area in Monterrey.

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SITE POTENTIAL The site is located next to the Arroyo Seco and has a 9-meter slope, with Calle Argos being the highest point of the land. The proposal emphasizes views towards the surrounding natural elements, such as the dry stream and the hills.

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INTERIOR VIEWS

PATIOS

NATURAL VENTILATION

CONCEPTUAL IDEA By reconnecting with our roots, we promote culture and well-being, social gatherings, and a sense of belonging. Through an active ground floor that includes amenities such as restaurants, commercial gyms, self-service stores and a cultural gallery.

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Master Plan

Commercial Ground Floor Health Area 1. Commercial Gym 2. Medical Office Hub 3. Pharmacy Commercial Area 4. Barbershop 5. Cinema 6. Artefacto 7. ATMs 8. Petco 9. DHL 10. Oxxo 11. Beauty Salon Shops and Offices 12. Retail Spaces 13. Offices Restaurant Area 14. Restaurant 15. Ice Cream Shop 16. Yogurt Shop 17. Bar 18. Bakery Cultural Area 19. Art Workshop 20. Bookstore 21. Playroom 22. Music School 23. Cultural Gallery 24. Dance Academy

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GENERAL PLAN The proposal focuses on offering users exterior and interior views, natural ventilation and lighting through volumes with interior courtyards and gallery-style circulation, allowing for greater connectivity within the complex.

Parking area

AMENITIES Each section includes an amenity area on the first level of the third tower, featuring a gym, a coworking space, and two terraces. Privacy from the commercial areas on the first level is ensured through a lattice design.

Rooftop Terraces Additionally, each section offers two rooftop terrace areas and game rooms, providing views of different parts of the city.

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Cross Section

Longitudinal Section

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Architecture Portfolio | 2026 TYPOLOGY 1 | 54 m2 | 22% • 1 Room

• 1 Flex

• Living Room

• 1 Bathroom

• Kitchen

• Laundry area

• Dining Room

• 1 deck

TYPOLOGY 2 | 67.5 m2 | 17% • 2 Rooms

• 1 Bathroom

• Living Room

• Laundry area

• Kitchen

• 2 decks

• Dining Room

TYPOLOGY 3 | 81 m2 | 27% • 2 Rooms

• 2 Bathrooms

• Living Room

• Laundry area

• Kitchen

• 1 deck

• Dining Room

TYPOLOGY 4 | 94.5 m2 | 27% • 3 Rooms

• 2 Bathrooms

• Living Room

• Laundry area

• Kitchen

• 2 decks

• Dining Room

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Maira Medrano | Selected Works TYPOLOGY 5 | 117 m2 | 6%

332 apartment units

• 4 Rooms

• 1 Flex

• Living Room

• 3 Bathrooms

• Kitchen

• Laundry area

• Dining Room

• 3 decks

The housing typologies feature

The first tower has five residential

covered exterior walkways

levels, the second has eight, and

61,056m2 | Total construction area

overlooking the interior courtyards.

the third has five, each with its own

30,382m2 | Total saleable area

The proposal is divided into two

circulation core. The unit sizes range

$19,292 | Cost/m2

sections, each with three towers.

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Interior Views All interior spaces offer views of natural elements, fostering a sense of warmth and harmony that enhances the connection between the built environment and the surrounding landscape.

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patios interiores

paleta vegetal endémica jardines y parques públicos

pabellones culturales priorización y permeabilidad peatonal

áreas recreativas kinestésicas

murales con arte local

REAL STATE PROJECT

The objective was to develop a

This simulation provided insights

valuable architectural proposal

into architectural projects by

This project proposal was presented

within a real context, creating the

analyzing their financial viability,

to the Monterrey-based real estate

entire financial model to ensure the

enabling us to evaluate design

developer GM Capital, who owns

project’s feasibility through a market

decisions, costs, and profitability

the land.

study and real cost analysis.

from an economic perspective.

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CASA FERRO PROJECT INFO Single-Family Home Academic Project, 5th semester Location San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, México In collaboration with: Daniela Salomé & Alexa Palagot Area: 261.67 m2 Year: 2022

UNDERSTANDING OUR CLIENT’S

VARIETY OF SCENES FROM THE

CONTEXT AND INTERESTS.

COMFORT OF YOUR HOME.

The property is situated in the Urban Area

In Casa Ferro, the patios and garden play a

of ​​San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León on

significant role in establishing a connection

Independencia street, between Av. Corregidora

with the outdoors as users walk thorugh the

and Lic. Benito Juárez.

interior spaces.

Our client profile consists of a family of five

The house has a total area of 262 square

who enjoys engaging in activities together,

meters, where there are social areas such as the

including cooking and playing music.

interior patios and living and dining room. On the other hand, the private areas of the house

They not only enjoy spending time together as

include an office, bedrooms and multipurpose

a family but also value having distinct spaces

room.

where they can pursue their individual tasks and pastimes.

The houses located in the urban center of San Pedro Garza García exhbit the architectural style known as Mexican Colonial Style Norestense. This style’s features includes less permeable facades and larger frames in windows and doors.

To pay homage to the the traditional architecture of Nuevo León, the house incorporates a modern reinterpretation of the frame at the entrance of the garage, with diagonal withdrawals on its sides. This accentuates the entrance and generate a welcoming atmosphere for the family and their guests.

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Garage

2.

Access

3.

Body of water

4.

Guest restroom

5.

Multipurpose room

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Living room

7.

Dining

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Workspace

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Interior garden

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Kitchen

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Office

12.

Backyard

GROUND FLOOR The social areas of the dining room, kitchen and workspace are seamlessly interconnected through the use of a linear furniture design that adapts to the space.

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Bedroom 1

2.

Laundry room

3.

Bedroom 2

4.

Bedroom 3

5.

Workspace

6.

Master bedroom

UPPER FLOOR To enhance privacy and provide a connection to nature, each sibling in the house has their own bedroom with a view to at least one of the three gardens.

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NATURAL ELEMENTS ON INTERIOR SPACE The layout of the house aims to provide a visual connection to the natural elements surrounding the indoor space. It allows natural light to permeate the interior and create a sense of openness.

The small body of water and vegetation enhance the feeling of being outdoors while remaining inside the home.

Rear Elevation

Longitudinal Section (A-A’)

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BIOCLIMATIC ATTRIBUTES

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The open spaces generate natural light and

This is specially important in a city with

ventilation, which greatly enhances the

extreme climatic changes, as it allows for

thermal comfort and overall well-being,

better control of indoor temperatures.

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CÁTEDRA INFONAVIT 10° PROJECT INFO Single Unit House Academic Project, 6th semester Location Juárez, Nuevo León, México In collaboration with: Daniela Salomé, Daniel Cantú & José Ángel Chapa Year: 2023

INFONAVIT,

BUILDING COMMUNITIES

NATIONAL HOUSING FUND

THROUGH SELF-BUILT HOUSING

Instituto del Fondo Nacional de Vivienda

The tenth edition of “Cátedra Infonavit”

para los Trabajadores (INFONAVIT) is a

focuses on revitalizing a study area in Juárez,

social service organization that manages the

Nuevo León, to create self-production housing

resources of the National Housing Fund.

models and improve public spaces, roads, facilities and economic growth.

Its main objective is to establish and operate a financing system that allows its beneficiaries

“Centro Habitacional Burócratas de

to obtain affordable and sufficient credit to

Guadalupe,” with 867 inhabitants and 324

acquire a home.

housing units, faces challenges such as urban voids and underutilized lots. These spaces

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In Mexico, there are 8.5 million housing units

present opportunities to incorporate diverse

that are in a state of deficit due to deteriorated

housing models, facilities, and public spaces,

materials or inadequate living conditions.

fostering development and community growth.

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MOBILITY The proposal includes formalizing transit stops, adding routes from Av. Sindicalismo to Monterrey’s center and increasing trip frequency daily.

Established bus stop Bus Stop Proposal Route 224 (Monte Cristal), Mariano Matamoros Street - Cuauhtémoc Avenue 941.

Route 223 (Teófilo Salinas), Teófilo Salinas Garza - Hacienda San José Route 2 Sector 3 Circuito Rancho Viejo Burócratas Route, Sindicalismo Street Cuauhtémoc Avenue 941

FACILITIES Strategically located at three scales, offering childcare, senior services, health centers, and recreational spaces to enhance community

STREAM REGENERATION The stream revitalization strengthens community connections through flow restoration, expansion, stabilization, and water cultivation.

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CURRENT SITE CONDITION

55% of the area consists of underutilized lots, presenting an opportunity to introduce housing, services, and facilities, transforming urban voids into functional spaces and fostering development.

COST-SAVING PROCESS Exisiting Housing

Lot division

Housing Proposal

Housing costs heavily impact families due to

Dividing land price lowers

Proposal promotes diverse, mixed units for

high construction expenses.

investment costs by up to 67%.

an affordable housing model.

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Stage 1

Stage 2

Stage 3

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Detached House

Attac

ched House

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HOUSING MODEL Detached House The design alternates structural spaces and courtyards along a central axis, linking common front areas with private rear areas, while front terraces foster connections with the urban environment.

Attached House The design increases density, promotes commerce, enhances proximity, expands courtyards for better environment, and uses a central wall axis to structurally support vertically stacked services.

Stacked House The ground floor is freed up for permeability and connection between blocks, while also accommodating housing units with the same characteristics of adaptability, sustainability, habitability, and flexibility.

Stacked House

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Facility #2

Care for seniors, aged 60 and above

Health center Patio

The facilities are based on the typology of

Facility #1

Patio

ADAPTATION FOR FACILITIES

childcare, markets, and space for local events.

This generates a process of proximity and

Service Patio

Service

diversity through their combination.

Service

the elderly and individuals with special needs,

Commerce

of uses such as a healthcare center, care for

Patio

modifying the structure, resulting in a variety

Service

adaptations in the floor plan without

Service

attached housing, allowing for different

Commerce Access Private Access Commerce Access

Service Access Private Access Service Access

Facility #5

Childcare center ages 0-3

Specialized commerce - Market

Space for celebrations / Local events

Service

Patio Commerce

Commerce

Service

Service

Patio

Patio

Service

Service Patio Service Access Access

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Patio

Facility #4

Patio

Facility #3

Access Private Access Access

Access

Commerce Access Private Access Commerce Access

Commerce Access Private Access Commerce Access

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TRANSFORMATION DEVICES 1. Stairs: Prepared for future expansion.

2. Patios: Allows sustainable densification.

3. Roofs: Possibility of vertical expansion

Stairs

4. Active ground floor:

Linear design with spac prepared for future expa in case of vertical growt

Generates passive income.

Patios

Allows for sustainable densification and environmental qualities.

Roofs

Possibility of vertical expansion to accommod a new habitable floor.

Active ground floo Allows for generating passive income through rental or owner occupancy.

CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Manual for construction of a module, which, when replicated, solves the rest of the housing.

Prefabricated beam 20cm thick slab with joist and block system.

Bovedilla Finish on the floor according to the choice of the living unit.

Cement/sand mortar plastering with a thickness of 4cm.

Concrete floor f’C = 150 kg/cm2 thickness of 15 cm, reinforced with welded wire mesh 6-6 / 10-10

Problock #6, ANHIX brand, set in mortar cement/sand ratio 1:3

Plastering and finishing with mortar cement/sand ratio 1:4 with a thickness of 1.5 cm Vinyl paint of choice by the living unit Adhesive for coating

Isolated footing

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ROAD DESIGN PUBLIC SPACE INTERVENTIONS ROAD DESIGN ///PUBLIC SPACE INTERVENTIONS ROAD DESIGN / PUBLIC SPACE INTERVENTIONS ROAD DESIGN PUBLIC SPACE INTERVENTIONS

The neighborhood has three types ofroadways: roadways: Av.Sindicalismo, Sindicalismo, the surrounding secondary streets, and the tertiary The neighborhood three types surrounding secondary streets, and tertiary The neighborhood hashas three types of of roadways: Av.Av. Sindicalismo, thethe surrounding secondary streets, and thethe tertiary The neighborhood has three types of roadways: Av. Sindicalismo, the surrounding secondary streets, and the tertiary streets. The organization streets.

The organization and design ofthese these roads aim topromote promote non-motorized mobility.

Additionally, four public space streets.

The organization and design roads aim non-motorized mobility.

Additionally, four public space streets.

The organization and design of of these roads aim to to promote non-motorized mobility.

Additionally, four public space and design of these roads aim to promote non-motorized mobility. interventions were created inwhich which the stream evolves into anurban urban lung with recreational and commercial activities. interventions were created stream evolves into lung with recreational and commercial activities. interventions were created in in which thethe stream evolves into anan urban lung with recreational and commercial activities.

The sidewalks are divided into three types ofstrips: strips: The sidewalks divided into three types The sidewalks areare divided into three types of of strips:

2.2.Obstacle free circulation strip Transition strip between active 1.Transition Transition strip between active urban2. Obstacle 1. 1. strip between active urban 1. Transition strip between active urban Obstacle free circulation strip 2.

Obstacle free circulation strip free circulation strip to toto to facilitate mobility. urban fronts and public space. fronts and public space. fronts and public space. fronts and public space. facilitate mobility. facilitate mobility. facilitate mobility.

strip for municipal services, 3.Equipment Equipment strip formunicipal municipal 3.Equipment strip for 3.3.Equipment strip for municipal urban furniture and vegetation. services, urban furniture and vegetation. services, urban furniture and vegetation. services, urban furniture and vegetation.

BUILDING PROXIMITY, DIVERSITY, AND DENSITY BUILDING PROXIMITY, DIVERSITY, AND DENSITY BUILDING PROXIMITY, DIVERSITY, AND DENSITY BUILDING PROXIMITY, DIVERSITY, AND DENSITY

According tothe the principles ofSoft Soft City byDavid David Sim, According principles City Sim, According to to the principles of of Soft City byby David Sim,

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cities contribute to creating more sustainable and happier multifunctional activities that generate proximity. cities contribute to creating more sustainable and happier multifunctional activities that generate proximity. cities contribute creating more sustainable and happier activities that generate proximity.

Inspired

by Softto City, the Centro Habitacional proposal promotes reducedmultifunctional building scale, diverse housing, and multifunctional spaces, fostering proximity, sustainability, and community through mixed-use urban designThese principles. communities fortheir their residents when the scale ofbuildings buildings These principles formed the basis forthe the housing and communities residents when the scale These principles formed basis housing and communities forfor their residents when the scale of of buildings principles formed thethe basis forfor the housing and

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OWL PARK The owl symbolizes observation and vigilance, Owl Park promotes security through recreational spaces.

KOBAN A permeable ground floor police booth and observation deck enhance security through natural surveillance.

REUSE OF TIRES & URBAN BEACH Reused tires delimit the stream, increasing absorption and creating spaces for social interaction, recreation.

PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE The bridge connects both neighborhood sectors, promotes pedestrian mobility and local economic activity.

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TIME, SPACE, EXISTENCE VENICE BIENNALE 2025 TOPOGRAPHIES OF KNOWLEDGE PROJECT INFO Topographies of knowledge The installation showcases selected projects Time, Space Existence Exposition Location from the School of Architecture, Art, and Palazzo Mora, Venice, Italy Design at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico, Project featWured: Burócratas de Guadalupe Housing Center examining contemporary spatial production.

Building proximity, diversity and density.

My sixth-semester project, “Burócratas de Year: 2025 Guadalupe” Housing Center – Building

These actions promote coexistence among residents and strengthen connections with neighboring communities contributing to the rehabilitation of urban ecosystems Rethink: Enhancing roads, sidewalks, and

Proximity, Diversity, and Density,” was chosen

public spaces fosters safer environments for

for its alignment with the Biennale’s themes:

local communities. Reorganizing infrastructure

repair, rethink, and redesign.

to increase walkability challenges current urban design paradigms, particularly within

Repair: The intervention in the stream aims

the Monterrey Metropolitan Area. In the long

to restore it by removing obstacles, widening

term, proximity and diversity foster equity and

channels, and stabilizing the soil.

sustainability.

Site photos by: Maira Medrano - 19/09/2025

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Redesign: The revitalization of vacant lots introduces multifunctional spaces where housing, services, and public facilities coexist, creating more compact cities and stronger social fabric. This model adapts to the changing needs of residents and reduces costs, promoting sustainability and social interaction.

A dignified life is achievable through architecture. It is up to us—collectively, rather than individually—to make this dream a reality by rethinking, redesigning, and repairing.

Video of exhibition

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SEE AND BE SEEN PROJECT INFO Reuse the thermae - Curinga Reuse Italy Competition, Location Curinga, Catanzaro, Italy In collaboration with: Ana González, Jules Aubron & Tzu-Chin Huang Year: 2024

BRIEFING FOR THE COMPETITION The thermae was the central regulating place

The Thermae’s design guides visitors

in the life of the Romans. Regardless of class

along a route through pools of varying

and social status or whether you were a man or

temperatures and activity rooms, emphasizing

a woman, the Romans went every day to these

the competition themes of protection and

places reserved for the hygiene and pleasure of

musealization.

the body and the spirit.

The concept restores the original pathway The thermal baths represent timeless spaces,

using a fluctuating platform, with wider

places where everyone could feel for a few

sections marking areas for longer stays and

moments like the emperor himself, escaping

narrower sections for shorter stops, creating

from the monotony of everyday life where

a space that celebrates the body and social

promiscuity and nudity erased inequalities.

interaction.

Site photos by: Reuse Italy

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The roof with thin structure blends seamlessly into the surroundings.

The walkway gradually unveils and opens up views of the ruins.

The route considers time users spent in each room in the thermae.

The horizontal mirror allows users to observe others and themselves.

PROTECTION & MUSEALIZATION

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The platform is supported by metal slats that guide the

This horizontal surface over the ruins enables users to see

route, allowing or preventing access to specific spaces. The

other partes of the space and observe fellow users walking

walkway is covered by a roof with a mirror inside.

in the space. Preserving an idea of interconnection.

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PREMISES The proposal recovers the exaltation of

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the body and the lack of intimacy, so intimate, that was generated in the Roman baths.

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For materiality, Corten Steel was chosen because, like the body, it is a changing material that blends with its surroundings over the years.

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ROMALDA PROJECT INFO Collective Housing Academic Project, 5th semester Location Monterrey, Nuevo León, México In collaboration with: Daniela Salomé, Alexa Palagot & Rodrigo Ortíz.

Area: 831.44 m2 Year: 2022

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES IN

NEED FOR

COLLECTIVE HOUSING

COLLECTIVE HOUSING

“Distrito Tec” is an urban regeneration project

Since 1980, the urban area in ​​Monterrey has

promoted by Tecnológico de

increased five-fold, accompanied by rapid

Monterrey, along with various associations,

population growth. As a result, there has

citizen groups and district authorities. Its

been a significant increase in the demand for

impact will be reflected in 24 neighborhoods

collective housing, particularly in sectors where

surrounding the university campus.

students, families and independent adults are seeking affordable housing options.

The property is situated at the intersection of Río Pánuco street and Av. Del Estado in the Tecnológico neighborhood, within the Distrito Tec polygon in Monterrey, Nuevo León. It covers an area of ​​831.44 m2.

The design of the building places a strong emphasis on outdoor spaces that serve both recreational & cohabitational purposes of both public and private areas of the building.

The building has a total of 5 levels, with 4 of them dedicated to departmental use. There are 4 different housing typologies available, ranging from 1 to 4 rooms. On the contrary, the ground floor and rooftop areas are designated for social and commercial use.

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The rooftop is a private social area for the building’s residents.

The rooftop social area for rooftopisisa private a private social the building’s area for theresidents. building’s residents.

The terraces act as an extension of the social or private spaces of the apartments. terracesactact asextension an extension The terraces as an of of the social or private the social or private spaces spaces of the of the apartments. apartments.

Every apartment has at least 1 terrace depending on its typology.

Everyapartment apartment at least 1 Every hashas at least 1 terrace terrace depending on its typology. depending on its typology.

The ground floor accommodates commercial facilities along the exterior facade. On the contrary, in the interior facade there are ground floor accommodates The ground floor features commercial patio areas and multipurpose commercial along the spaces on the facilities exterior and multipurpose spaces the residents. exterior facade.

On the contrary, areas forfor residents inside. in the interior facade there are patio areas and multipurpose spaces for the residents.

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Ground Floor

Levels 1, 3 and 5

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Levels 2 and 4

Rooftop

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DESIGN PREMISES The design is based on bays that define the size and organization of spaces, balancing solid volumes with emptiness. The building’s orientation and shape maximize natural lighting and privacy through terraces.

Each floor has 4 apartments, with staircases and elevators serving 2 apartments per nucleus.

Levels 1, 3, and 5 feature typologies 2 and 3, while levels 2 and 4 have typologies 1 and 4.

Terraces respect privacy and provide outdoor spaces for residents.

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Typology 1, (Level 2 & 4) • • •

Typology 2Typology (Level 1, 3 & 5) 1, 3 & 5) 2 (Level

•1 room 1 room•

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1 room

•1 restroom 1 restroom • 1 restroom •2 balconies 2 balconies • 2 balconies

= 44.61 = 44.61 m2 m2= 44.61 m2

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Typology 2 (Level 1, 3 & 5)

Typology 1,Typology (Level 2 & 4) 1, (Level 2 & 4)

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Typology 3 (Level 1, 3 & 5)

Typology 4 (Level 2 & 4)

Typology 3Typology (Level 1, 33 (Level & 5) 1, 3 & 5)

Typology 4Typology (Level 2 4&(Level 4) 2 & 4) •

4• rooms 4• rooms 4 rooms

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3• rooms 3 rooms • 3 rooms 2• restrooms 2 restrooms • 2 restrooms

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3• restrooms 3• restrooms 3 restrooms

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INTEGRATION WITH THE THE INTEGRATION WITH URBAN URBAN ENVIRONMENT ENVIRONMENT As urban planplan for Distrito Tec, the Aspart partofofthethe urban for Distrito Tec, the revitalization project for Av. aims toaims create revitalization project for del Av.Estado del Estado accessible to enhance the to urban image of the to createsidewalks accessible sidewalks enhance area increase opportunities forand entrepreneurship the and urban image of the area increase and housing. for entrepreneurship and housing. opportunities The ofof thethe ground floorfloor fosterfoster a sense Thedesign design ground a of sense of community interaction through the usethe of use public communityand and interaction through of spaces commercial facilities. facilities. publicand spaces and commercial 14 50

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MATERIALITY AND BIOCLIMATIC STRATEGIES The materiality includes apparent concrete along copper for railings, window frames and door frames.

Openings in the facade facilitate cross ventilation and enhance natural airflow.

Balconies provide shade during summer and allow the entry of natural light during the winter season.

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BALCONY AND VIEW The balconies on the main facade of the building offer a pleasant view of the urban context and serve a functional purpose by extending the social area of each apartment.

Alternatively, the balconies facing the interior patio of the complex are designed to provide a private and intimate space for residents.

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PABELLÓN UNIVERSITARIO CA. PROJECT INFO Premio Alberto J. Pani - Individual 3 day Arch. Charette Representative Tecnológico de Monterrey campus Monterrey 8th semester Location Av. Insurgentes Sur 2410, Facultad de Arquitectura de la Universidad Autónoma de México Total construction area: 1190m2 Year: September 2024

BRIEFING FOR THE COMPETITION “CA” means “to be” or “to exist” in Nahuatl,

At the node adjacent to the project site,

the language of the Tenochtitlan culture.

The intersection of Av. Insurgentes Sur and

Walking through the University City (Ciudad

Av. Copilco, hinders walkability and traffic

Universitaria), the pre-Hispanic heritage is

flow in the area. The intervention involves

celebrated, respected, and promoted across

widening the sidewalk on the right side of

various campus spaces through murals and

Av. Insurgentes, repurposing the corner for

sculptures.

commercial stands and seating for pedestrians to rest.

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heritage beyond campus boundaries. It serves

The project’s layout connects the Metrobus

as a haven for UNAM students, faculty, staff,

station to Rufino Tamayo Plaza and Paseo del

neighbors, and workers. A space for reading,

Río. The proposal is a modern reinterpretation

social activities, forums, and gardens that pay

of the Tenochtitlan pyramids, featuring

homage to natural elements central to Mexico

gardens that pay tribute to the now-piped

City’s history.

Magdalena River, which once crossed the site.

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configured. The ground floor includes a bookstore, a café with seating

street, housing a multipurpose forum

for 70 people, and restroom facilities.

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STRUCTURE The project uses glass and corten steel materials, referencing the Pedregal de San Ángel, whose volcanic rock lies at the site’s edge. The reddish hue recalls the lava that once flowed through this area.

Its orientation toward the left corner of the lot invites passersby to take this shortcut and discover a space fostering cultural activities.

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GILSA DESIGN AWARDS TEC PROJECT INFO GILSA Design Awards 2022 GILSA S.A. Competition, Location San Pedro, Monterrey, México In collaboration with: Daniela Salomé, Alexa Palagot, Paola Nava & Carolina Pérez Area: 7.86 m2 Year: 2022-2023

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Gilsa is a business that specializes in the

At the beginning of the design stages, we were

distribution and sale of floors and tiles,

informed that the client’s profile was a couple

founded in Monterrey, México in 1982.

between 25 and 35 years old who desired a restroom inspired by the avant-garde style.

To promote the creation of architectural spaces and showcase the store’s latest products,

This style is characterized by blending

the first edition of the GILSA Design Awards

simplicity with modernity, stemming from the

was held in 2016.

exploration of diverse spatial arrangements and solution.

Prestigious universities from across the country

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participate in designing restrooms that will be

The design is centered around a central

later exhibited at one of the stores & evaluated

element that distributes the space and

by a jury of renowned architects from the city.

accomodates fixtures and installations.

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The composition is centered around an L-shaped

The L-shaped countertop serves multiple functions.

wall that divides the spaces for toilet usage, washing

Adaptable to the user’s needs while maintaining its

and showering.

unity as a single piece.

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MULTIPURPOSE ELEMENT The countertop captures the user’s attention as soon as they enter the showroom. As they proceed into the shower area, the countertop seamlessly transforms into a bench, serving a completely different purpose.

This distribution provides enhanced privacy in the toilet area, allowing users to carry out their necesssities in a comfortable 1

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RELIEVE PROJECT INFO Mixed-Use Building Academic Project, 8th semester Location Dominio Cumbres, Cumbres-García Nuevo León, México In collaboration with: Victoria Esquivel, Elena Funes, Luis Hurtado, Ernesto Viveros Total construction area: 261.67 m2 Year: 2024

DISCOVERING VIEW AND SPACE AT EVERY STEP The property is located along Ruiz Cortinez

The goal is to preserve and recover the

Avenue in Cumbres García, Nuevo León.

memory of ancient Mexico through central

It Situated in a developing area within the

courtyards, fostering community interaction

Cumbres domain, offering key access points to

among residents.

various parts of the city and surrounding areas, including Saltillo and García.

Creating friendly cities with gathering spaces, designed to be welcoming for families. Main

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Potential for uninterrupted views due to the

users are nuclear households, as well as sin-

project’s low scale and central courtyard.

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HEART OF THE PROJECT Stepped volume with a commercial front strip, followed by semiprivate amenity areas and 85 residential units in the most private section.

Three typologies, all surrounding the heart of the project with views toward Cerro de las Mitras or Cerro del Topochico. Seven residential levels at the highest point to the north and four at the lowest point.

Three levels with amenities, 14 commercial spaces over two levels, two levels of underground parking, one recreational area at the rear, one central courtyard, and common area.

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TYPOLOGY A | 54 m2 • 1 Room + 1 flex

• 1 Bathroom

• Living Room

• Laundry area

• Kitchen

• 1 Deck

• Dining Room

• 1 Parking space

TYPOLOGY B | 85 m2 • 2 Rooms + 1 flex

• 2 Bathrooms

• Living Room

• Laundry area

• Kitchen

• 1 Deck

• Dining Room

• 2 Parking spaces

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• 3 Rooms

• 3 Bathrooms

• Living Room

• Laundry area

• Kitchen

• 2 Decks

• Dining Room

• 2 Parking spaces

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INTERIOR VIEWS Interesting views from social areas, with interior spaces that welcome and surprise residents and guests.

Good natural lighting and ventilation invite social interaction through thoughtful design.

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CASA WABI FOR ARTISTS PROJECT INFO Single Unit House Academic Project, 5th semester Location Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México In collaboration with: Sofia Santiago Area: 35 m2 Year: 2022

CASA WABI FOUNDATION The non-profit civil association aims to

The project aimed to create additional

promote social development through artistic

temporary residences for emerging artists

activities in communities in Tokyo, Mexico City

at the headquarters of Casa Wabi in Puerto

& Puerto Escondido.

Escondido, México.

The residence program is designed for both

The use of vernacular materials from the

national and international artists and aims to

Oaxaca coast and the incorporation of

create an active exchange between the artists

bioclimatic strategies was a key consideration

and the communities near Casa Wabi.

to provide a comfortable and sustainable living.

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GROUND FLOOR The design incorporates the use of wooden louvers and folding doors, providing flexibility to the living spaces.

These elements allow for cross ventilation, enhancing airflow within the spaces, and also redirect natural light,

Right Above The residence features brick barrel vaults in beige tones, chosen to blend with the color of the sand. The interior walls and slab are constructed using concrete providing stability to the structure

UPPER FLOOR The private space is designed to be distinct from the social area and is located on a separate floor. It features a small workspace and folding doors that open up to a balcony.

Right Below Custom-made wooden frames are incorporated into the design to provide privacy while still allowing residents to appreciate the surrouding landscape.

Ample space provided for artists to create, relax and engage.

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