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Projects in Mexico That Use Catalan Vaults in Their Ceilings

Mónica Arellano — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

For many years, the Catalan vault has been used in various projects ranging from residential to public programs. This design element stems from a traditional construction technique—likely originating in the Middle Ages—consisting of building a roof with bricks laid flat on their widest face—exposing their length and width—rather than on any of their thicker edges.

6 young photographers offer new perspectives on Teodoro González de León's Tamayo Museum

Mónica Arellano — Mon, 23 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000

As part of an initiative by LIGA, an independent space founded in Mexico City in 2011 to promote contemporary Latin American architecture through exhibitions, publications, events, lectures, and workshops, the exhibition “Registro: Museo Tamayo” opened on April 21 as part of the LIGA-ARCHIVOS initiative. This iteration presents a reinterpretation of the building designed by architect Teodoro González de León and built in 1981 in the First Section of Chapultepec Forest.

Architecture for the Performing Arts: 15 Venues in Mexico

Mónica Arellano — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:30:00 +0000

Broadly speaking, the performing arts are all those disciplines that take place on a stage, although the main ones are dance, theatre and music. However, parades, religious processions, holiday celebrations and carnivals also have a clear scenic quality. That is why the stage space is so important not only for the presentations of these disciplines but also for carrying out a whole bodily and spatial process that is supported by the architecture.

How Is the Isoptic Calculated?

Agustina Iñiguez — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

When designing an architectural space, it's necessary to think about how to satisfy the needs of each user, looking to achieve an adequate level of comfort and a pleasant experience. Auditoriums, cinemas, and theatres are spaces that involve large masses of people, so special attention must be paid to factors like isoptics, acoustics or accessibility so that when witnessing an event, everyone is able to receive the same information.

Refurbishment, Adaptive Reuse and Extension of Apartments in Mexico

Mónica Arellano — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000

It has become evident that the spaces we inhabit have changed. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to appreciate values as lighting, ventilation, and comfort when working in home.

Winners of the First Oaxacan Architecture Biennial 2019

Mónica Arellano — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000

On June 5, 2019, the College of Architects of the State of Oaxaca, a member of the Federation of Architects of the Mexican Republic (FCARM), officially launched the call for entries for the First Oaxacan Architecture Biennale 2019. The initiative aimed to showcase and promote architecture developed within the state, elevating Oaxacan architecture to a national stage. For this inaugural edition, the jury consisted of architects Aldo Paul Ortega Molina, Victor Sánchez Ruz, Prometeo Alejandro Sánchez Islas, Miquel Adriá, and Andrea Griborio.