GLR arquitectos builds residential pool house into the sierra madre in mexico

GLR arquitectos builds residential pool house into the sierra madre in mexico
all images © jorge taboada

monterrey-based GLR arquitectos has completed a residential project of over 1.200 square meters located in the foothills of the sierra madre mountain range in mexico. the steep slope grants the dwelling unmatched views towards the north of the city, a golf course, and other green areas. the scheme was resolved in a linear way on its three levels, ensuring all areas of the house could enjoy these benefits. 

front view of the house

the top floor, located at sidewalk level, hosts the social areas such as a foyer, the library, the living and dining room, as well as a large terrace. as for the private zones, the family room with a breakfast table, the kitchen, and the laundry room can also be found here. the middle floor houses a large master bedroom in addition to four spacious rooms for the children and guests. attached to this, a small family room and an area destined for study are also located here. finally, one story below, the house’s program is completed with a large play room equipped with a home-theater system, wine cellar, gym, bar, and a covered terrace with two complete bathrooms that serve the swimming pool.

an outdoor path surrounded by a body of water connects the guest entrance to the pool and garden area

in the exterior, the swimming pool merges with a water mirror and is complemented by a small open pavilion equipped with living, dining, bar and barbecue zones that serve as a social area for recreational activities. a large wall hides the roof garden’s structure and is completely covered in flagstone in order to blend it with the mountains natural cut.

materials include white flattened walls, wood, mirasema stone, glass walls and various elements of exposed steel 

due to the size of the house there are four vertical circulation options

the steep slope grants the dwelling unmatched views towards the north of the city 

the top floor hosts the social areas such as a foyer, the library, the living and dining room, as well as a large terrace

view of the city from the top floor terrace

a small open pavilion complements the swimming pool

little details were added, including this small garden on top of the pavilion

the swimming pool merges with a water mirror that welcomes visitors

the pavilion is equipped with living, dining, bar and barbecue areas

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