History
Casa AR, an expansion and remodel of a 1980s residence. ARCO Arquitectura Contemporánea completed the project in 2015. Work focused on expanding private areas. Design achieved greater openness and visual communication.
Architecture
The design integrated natural and industrial materials. Exposed concrete and engineered wood define interior spaces. Black ironwork complements the structure. Original exterior finish was demolition partition. New exterior areas feature aluzinc black corrugated sheet. Black granite is present.
Setting
Located in western Mexico City on a 1,000 m² plot. The house occupies the center of the irregular land. A garden surrounds the structure. Daylight filters through abundant exterior connections, connecting interior to exterior space.
Specifications
Total floor area is 600 m².
In print
Featured: ArchDaily (2017), ARCO Arquitectura Contemporánea's website.
