From the Territory to the Dweller (INFONAVIT) — Rozana Montiel — fig 1. — render (realistic, score 9/10)

From the Territory to the Dweller (INFONAVIT) — Rozana Montiel — AI generated miniature — fig 3 — preview

From the Territory to the Dweller (INFONAVIT) gallery — fig 4 — source

From the Territory to the Dweller (INFONAVIT) floor plan — fig 12 — source

Catalogue entry

From the Territory to the Dweller (INFONAVIT) — Rozana Montiel

2018

TH-0096

ADetails

Location — Xochitepec, Mexico
Category — Residential
Materials — bamboo structure, bamboo bio-panel walls, recycled poly-aluminum sloping roof, polished concrete floor, concrete podium
Published — Jan. 2023

BSpecifications

Category: Residential
Location: Xochitepec, Mexico
Year built: 2018 ·
Architect: Rozana Montiel Estudio de Arquitectura ·
Materials: bamboo structure, bamboo bio-panel walls, recycled poly-aluminum sloping roof, polished concrete floor, concrete podium ·

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History

Rozana Montiel Estudio de Arquitectura designed this prototype in 2018. It was developed for Mexico's INFONAVIT program. The design allows for progressive growth according to inhabitant needs.

Architecture

The structure is known as a house-portico. A bamboo frame forms the structure. Walls are bamboo bio-panels. A recycled poly-aluminum sloping roof covers the house. Floors are polished concrete. The structure rests on a concrete podium. It features a semi-open double-height kitchen and dining room.

Setting

The house stands in Xochitepec, Morelos, Mexico. Fruit trees and vegetation integrate with the structure. Its design respects local architecture. Daylight filters through surrounding foliage.

Specifications

Prototype adaptable for progressive growth. Includes a large terrace and a large room divisible in two. A separate bathroom. A second floor is present.

In print

3rd place, Noldi Schreck Awards (Social Housing). Featured: Divisare, ArchDaily (2020), Mexican Architectures. The best of the 21st century, DOMUS.

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