Enigmatic symphony of lights and shadows. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al

28/02/2024. [San Luis Potosí] Mexico
metalocus, ANTONIO CORREDERA, MINERVA GARCÍA DE CASTRO
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Architecture practice Lucio Muniain et al have designed the HMZ house located in the characteristic landscape of a golf course in San Luis Potosí, a city located in the central Mexican highlands.

The design seeks to integrate with the natural elements that surround it, making the interior space of the home also participate in this context, presenting a scenographic home that, through a dramatic aesthetic, blends a calm atmosphere, an interesting play of lights and shadows and an attractive relationship with the natural elements of its environment.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
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The house designed by Lucio Muniain has two levels with a square floor plan that in turn organizes the program into four quadrants, organized by a central axis in the shape of a cross through which the house is accessed, giving access to the different rooms of the ground floor, closed and semi-open that connect with the outside, (living room, master bedroom, parking, and kitchen) and access via a staircase to the second floor where the rest of the bedrooms and the double height above the living room are located.

A multiple route that seeks for the home to generate a narrative of mystery and exploration. The spaces are defined by the different heights and their relationship with the exterior.

Light plays a fundamental role in this home, made with an exposed concrete structure, enhancing its bare nature and the feeling of protection and shelter in its interior. In some areas, the exposed concrete finishes are finished with travertine marble, tzalam wood, steel, and glass.
 


HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.

Project description by Lucio Muniain

A Symphony of Light, Shadows, and Tranquility Amidst San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Lucio Muniain et al Craft an Enigmatic Architectural Marvel.

Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of a golf course in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, HMZ House transcends conventional boundaries, drawing inspiration from a dedication to sensory architecture, inner life, and the seamless integration of natural elements. This residence stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of dramatic aesthetics, serene ambiance, and the dance of light within its architectural design.

The most captivating facets of HMZ House were not initially outlined in the owners' program. Unveiling a narrative of mystery and exploration, the architect devised pathways that elevate the journey between typical domestic spaces into an immersive experience. Height, narrowness, distance, shadows, and light assume pivotal roles, sculpting the storyline of this architectural gem.


HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.

At the core of HMZ House lies the pivotal interplay of light, framed by raw concrete meticulously finished to embrace light, shadows, and space as the epitome of luxury. Enhanced by travertine marble, tzalam wood, steel, and glass, these elements coalesce seamlessly to redefine the essence of contemporary living.

HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al. Photograph by Edmund Sumner.
Ground floor plan. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
First floor plan. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Section. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Section. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Section. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Acces elevation. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Side elevation. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Garden elevation. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
Side elevation. HMZ House by Lucio Muniain et al.
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Architects
Lucio Muniain et al. Lead architect.- Lucio Muniain.
Project team
Lucio Muniain, Juan Carlos García, Gustavo Morales, Michel Hernández, Ignacio Balvanera, José Luis Arroyo.
Collaborators
Structural engineer.- José Alfredo Blanco.
Contractor
Juan Carlos García, Michel Hernández, Gustavo Morales.
Area
800 sqm.
Dates
2023.
Location
San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Photography
Edmund Sumner.

Lucio Muniain et al

Lucio Muniain et al is an architecture and urban planning office founded in 1997 by Lucio Muniain in Mexico City.

The studio is distinguished by its interest in exploring aesthetics deeply, without sacrificing functionality, thus creating timeless buildings with a particular sculptural seal, working with projects of all kinds in terms of scale and type: from large-scale buildings such as hospitals, single-family residences, and boutique hotels, to smaller-scale projects, such as a 7.5-meter taqueria.

The office has participated in more than 70 architectural competitions around the world.
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