PACIFICO NORTE

Set against the striking backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and dusty roads dotted with towering cacti, this architectural gem, designed by renowned architect Pablo Pérez Palacios and his Mexico City-based studio, PPAA, is a sophisticated blend of Mexican warmth infused with Scandinavian coolness. 

Spanning 350 square meter, the four-bedroom structure features a main house, two connected guesthouses, a covered patio, a rooftop pool, and terraces. Paying tribute to the region as well as its culture of indoor/outdoor living, the design is characterized by a dynamic interplay of strategically placed volumes and exterior stairways which thoughtfully respond to the contours of the site.

Crafted using natural materials from the surrounding area and local, traditional building techniques, Vipp Todos Santos’ rammed earth construction is perfectly suited to its climate. The thick, compressed earth walls provide natural insulation at night and keep the interior cool during the day. Left in their raw state, these sturdy walls shape both the exterior and interior of the building.

A circular rooftop pool serves as a celestial oasis, offering guests sweeping ocean and sky views while the covered terrace is the social centre of gravity for the home, creating an inviting year-round, day-to-night gathering place.