The Cieneguilla 1302 project is located in a residential neighborhood on the city's northeast side.
One of the goals of the project, was to build a house that would have the lowest environmental impact, while respecting the site as much as possible and preserving some of its original form. Additionally the project made use of its own resources that became a source of construction materials.
We also looked for a house that would be highly insulated and well-oriented, in order to have thermal comfort.
Due to the fact that the site was located on a corner, with a considerable slope on the south side, we decided to build a retention wall that would contain the soil that could be exposed to erosion. Therefore to achieve this goal we used the stone found on the site. We also restored some of the surrounding areas of the property to their original form in order to drain stormwater properly.
By using exposed materials such as concrete, stone and brick, we lessened the property's maintenance costs and future upkeep. Furthermore, the house was designed in an "L" shape, surrounded by green space, taking advantage of the best views.
While over 50% of the house faces south, the east wing protects the rest from the morning sunlight. A steel louver gives some shade to the main bedroom, especially during the summer. In addition, a sloped roof facing north has been added as a part of the design. This helps cool the house while reducing the sunlight exposure all year-round.
In our view this project sets a benchmark for future design challenges.
