The architecture of Indigenous peoples in Mexico has a vast history that has transformed over the years, sustained by an oral heritage passed down from generation to generation. Various cultural fields are directly linked to this architecture—as it is an integral process involving diverse actors—such as gastronomy and agriculture, which play a fundamental role in shaping these communities. This makes immersing oneself in these dynamics essential to understanding how the spaces that house and connect these activities are produced.
In this interview, Monica Arellano, Editor of ArchDaily Mexico, speaks with Mexican architect Rosario Argüello, who has dedicated herself to exploring Mexico's rural towns to learn about and contribute to conserving local building techniques using various materials, primarily earth. This conversation delves into her personal interests, learnings, and experiences, which have shaped a methodology that seeks to revalue the construction processes of Indigenous peoples in regions such as Oaxaca, Hidalgo, and Pachuca. Read on for the full interview.
