In Singapore, the term “makan” is an invitation: sharing food is about fostering intimacy, warmth, and care. This is why chefs Maryann Yong and Mario Malváez decided to name their culinary project *Makan*. From the beginning, both envisioned Makan as a space capable of evoking the familiarity and trust that come with cooking for someone and shar...
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Principal architect
Sana Frini, Jachen Schelich
Design team
Santiago Sitten, Ruy Berumen, Eduardo Silva
Collaborators
Sinks: LOCUS x MDC (Muebles De Concreto) - Chairs: Locus X Taller Nacional - Art: It’s A Living, Sindrome De Clerambault - Graphic Design: Foreing Policy Design
Lighting
Locus X Estudio Nuumbra
Material
Concrete, Wood, Glass
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
In this contemporary and welcoming apartment, located in Mexico City, we carried out a timeless exercise of interior design, where natural materials speak for themselves and coexist to create an urban atmosphere where good living stands out.
Project name
PH San Ángel
Architecture firm
Faci Leboreiro
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Principal architect
Faci Leboreiro
Design team
Faci Leboreiro
Collaborators
Faci Leboreiro
Interior design
Faci Leboreiro
Environmental & MEP engineering
Material
-Engineered wood floor and large format porcelain. -Palladio wall finish, large format porcelain, wood paneling and mirror wall. -Engineered wood ceiling and PVC marimba
Construction
Faci Leboreiro
Supervision
Faci Leboreiro
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp
Typology
Residential › Apartment
With a focus on the quality and traceability of ingredients, this new foodie haunt honors creativity and good seasoning for unforgettable moments in the heart of the Roma neighborhood.
Photography
courtesy of Casa Prunes
This architectural project is situated in Monterrey, a vibrant city in northeastern Mexico known for its dynamic urban landscape and cultural richness. The site offers a unique blend of modern city amenities and natural beauty, with the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range providing a stunning backdrop. The location was chosen for its strategic pro...
Project name
S House - Student Apartments
Architecture firm
Pablo Vazquez
Location
Monterrey, Mexico
Tools used
Autodesk 3ds Max, Corona Render, Rhinoceros 3D, Blender, Adobe Lightroom
Principal architect
Pablo Vazquez
Visualization
Pablovzz Design
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Residential › Apartments
It was built in the 1970s, designed by the architect Juan Sordo Madaleno; since then, it has been a benchmark in the Polanco area, offering an upgrade gastronomic proposal and avant-garde hospitality in terms of art and design.
Project name
Lobby Bar Presidente Intercontinental Hotel
Architecture firm
Faci Leboreiro
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Principal architect
Faci Leboreiro
Design team
Faci Leboreiro Arquitectura, Carlos Faci, Marina Leboreiro
Interior design
Faci Leboreiro
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel Lobby, Bar
The B8 Social Housing Complex comprises 17 units located on the outskirts of Mexico City. The project initially faced some difficulties regarding lot size and government restrictions, such as the requirement for a parking lot per unit, among others.
Project name
B8 Housing Complex
Architecture firm
Eterea Studio
Principal architect
Ricardo Vainer
Design team
Arantza Chong, Ricardo Vainer
Construction
Sugeis Huar, Leonardo Valdez, Jesus Saldana, Jassiel Morales
Material
Concrete, Stucco
Typology
Residential › Social Housing
From 1920, ever since restaurants became a regular in its contents, the Michelin Guide has become an international reference for gastronomic quality and standards.
Photography
Michelin Guide
"La Madriguera" is more than a house; it is an intimate refuge that harmoniously blends with its natural surroundings, inspired by its location next to the Metropolitan Park. Its introspective design invites residents to enter a space of mystery and privacy. The entrance, marked by an ellipsis-shaped cave and angular earth walls, symbolizes the ent...
Project name
La Madriguera
Architecture firm
Franco Studio + Dixer
Location
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Tools used
AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Corona Renderer
Principal architect
Franco Cholico, Hector Vargaz
Design team
Franco Cholico, Hector Vargaz
Visualization
Franco Studio
Typology
Residential › House
