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Casa de Abejas is a single-family home nestled in the heart of Mérida, Mexico, just steps away from the iconic Paseo de Montejo. This architectural gem contributes to the preservation of residential uses in the area by reusing and enhancing existing structures.
The goal was to create an austere refuge that brings residents closer to nature, even within one of the city's most densely built neighborhoods. This was achieved by integrating the natural elements and existing structures on the property.
Unlike many other projects in the area, this intervention did not involve restoring an old building. When we first visited the site, we found a dark workspace on the ground floor used for honey-related activities and a tall studio/workshop on the upper floor, added as an extension ten years ago.
The architectural proposal involved supporting the upper-floor workshop while demolishing the ground-floor dividing walls. This maximized natural light and connections to the outdoors. Beams were placed to support the upper floor's load, redistributing it to the adjoining walls and creating an open-plan ground floor. This space now hosts the public areas of the house.
We extended the new habitable spaces towards the back of the property, carefully avoiding existing trees. The two buildings are seamlessly connected by a bridge.
The program features a vestibular front patio, an independently accessible upstairs workshop, a public monospace on the ground floor that includes the kitchen, dining room, and a sunken living room. A central patio with a pond, a guest bathroom, a laundry area, and an interior garden enhance the living experience. The ground floor also includes a living room/terrace, a backyard with a barbecue area, a swimming pool, a guest room with a bathroom, and a stairwell leading to a study and the master bedroom. The master bedroom features a private bathroom and several balconies that connect with the treetops.
The construction system is a hybrid of load-bearing walls, metal and concrete columns, and beams. Finishes are kept monochromatic and apparent to reduce maintenance costs and provide a neutral backdrop for the inhabitants' art and furniture. The walls and ceilings, both interior and exterior, have a gray stucco with a burnished finish. The floors are made of gray concrete, polished and hammered according to location, while exterior pavements are constructed from permeable "eco-concrete" and white gravel. Pre-existing stone masonry and apparent block walls have been integrated, preserving the site's historical memory.
The outdoor areas are defined by a series of functional patios with fixed furniture, encouraging daily interaction with nature. Casa de Abejas stands as a testament to thoughtful architectural design, blending modern living needs with environmental and historical sensitivity.
Name Project : Abejas House
Architects: TACO taller de arquitectura contextual
Area: 400 m²
Year: 2021
Manufacturers: Cemex, Kimikolor, Predeco, Tecnolite, URREA
Architectural Project: TACO taller de arquitectura contextual
Construction: TACO taller de arquitectura contextual
Team: Carlos Patrón Ibarra, Ana Patrón Ibarra, Alejandro Patrón Sansor, Estefanía Rivero Janssen, Karla Gómez Luna
City: Mérida
Country: Mexico
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