Casa de Mar Single Family Residence

residential architecture, single family dwelling, contemporary vernacular, limestone facade, cubic massing, interlocking volumes, warm ochre, raw sienna, buff stone, cement gray, viridian foliage, amber interior glow, periwinkle twilight, steel frame windows, tropical landscaping, palm fronds, crushed aggregate courtyard, concrete pavers, linear pathway, asymmetrical composition, diagonal leading lines, blue hour photography, artificial illumination, natural light transition, crescent moon, evening atmosphere, minimalist aesthetic, regional modernism, biophilic design, indoor outdoor connection, threshold space, courtyard dwelling, warm color temperature, cool sky tones, textural contrast, smooth stucco, weathered patina, mature tree canopy, repoussoir framing, horizontal emphasis, vertical stacking, contemplative mood, domestic sanctuary, architectural photography, elevated resolution, sophisticated composition

Casa de Mar is a single family residence in the northern part of Merida, Yucatan. The design connects architecture and nature by merging interior and exterior spaces. Gardens can be viewed and used from inside the house. A central horseshoe shaped volume surrounds a pool, which cools the air through water evaporation and supports natural ventilation. Local stone and wood were selected for durability, low maintenance and harmony with the region. Separate entrances divide the social and private areas to ensure privacy and comfort.