reyes ríos + larraín arquitectos hides casa GG15 behind an elongated pool

reyes ríos + larraín arquitectos hides casa GG15 behind an elongated pool
photography by pim schalkwijk
all images courtesy of reyes ríos + larraín arquitectos

designed for a couple who were in search of a simpler existence away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this dwelling by reyes ríos + larraín arquitectos offers suburban living complete with an elongated swimming pool. spread across two levels, casa GG15’s ground floor contains a kitchen-diner, a double-height living room, an en-suite guest room, and a covered terrace overlooking the garden. upstairs, the master bedroom adjoins an elevated terrace, while a private study is also provided.

the residence is hidden at the rear of an elongated swimming pool

within the design, two major trees were preserved and incorporated as elements of articulation between the house and the rest of the property, with internal living space oriented towards the garden. the limited range of materials used — tiled flooring, hardwood stairs and integrated bamboo louvers — lends the home a sense of vernacular cohesion, with locally sourced components used throughout. 

the pool is surrounded by local trees and wildlife

simple furnishing have been used throughout the scheme

double-height living accommodation

the upper level of the two-storey home

the mater bedroom adjoins a private terrace

the elevated patio overlooks the adjacent garden

the unassuming approach to casa GG15

the limited range of materials used lends the home a sense of vernacular cohesion

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project info:

name: casa GG15
location: mérida, yucatán, méxico
completed: 2013
architecture and design: reyes rios + larraín arquitectos (salvador reyes ríos, josefina larraín lagos)
senior project development: jorge arias olaiz
landscaping: josefina larraín lagos
construction: ing. luis díaz c.
civil work: proyecciones civiles s.a. de c.v.
photography: pim schalkwijk