# Local Stone-Based Beach Houses Estudio Cristina Grappin Creates the Casa Quinto Sol By Amy Duong | Published 2025-02-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-quinto-sol References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2025/02/21/estudio-cristina-grappin-mexican-beach-house-courtyard/)  Mexican architecture firm [Estudio Cristina](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-gonzlez-estudio) Grappin uses [local stone as the main material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-atrium-house) when creating the [Casa Quinto Sol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ll), a Mexican beach house. THe large stone home is open with calm coastal breezes coming through the courtyard and the ocean. The space brings attention to the site of the restaurant as it features two forms in a pavilion structure to integrate the site's slope to overlook the ocean and Cerro del Mono. Cristina Grappin explains, "Despite having an extensive program, each space in the house retains a distinctly human scale, fostering a sense of warmth and intimacy that invites contemplation of the surroundings. Most furnishings feature Mexican and Latin American designers as well as artisans. By thoughtfully integrating interior design, landscaping, and the architecture of the pavilions, we crafted a cohesive narrative that contributes to the project's character." Image Credit: César Bejar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 36% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Local Materials:** Leveraging locally sourced stone in construction highlights the growing trend of sustainable architecture that reflects regional identity. - **Human-scale Design:** The emphasis on maintaining a human scale within large architectural projects showcases an evolving trend focusing on comfort and intimacy in large spaces. - **Integrative Design Approach:** A cohesive blend of architecture, interior design, and landscaping demonstrates a trend towards holistic design processes that enhance the narrative of residential projects. ### Who This Affects Most - **Green Construction:** The use of local stone in building beach houses represents a shift in the green construction industry embracing more eco-friendly and regionally integrated materials. - **Luxury Real Estate:** Luxury real estate markets are increasingly valuing designs that enhance personal scale and regional authenticity, providing opportunities for bespoke architecture firms. - **Artisan Furniture Production:** The integration of local designer and artisan furnishings within architectural projects signals growth in the artisan furniture industry, showcasing regional craftmanship. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Sandy Landscape-Reflective Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-da-encosta-n-grndola.md) - [Interior Courtyard Mexican Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ll.md) - [Nature-Inspired Hilltop Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/las-rocas.md) - [Rustic Seaside Coastal Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-tobi.md) - [Seaside Home Renovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-de-praia.md) - [High Concrete Walled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cesar-mancillas.md) - [Sculptural Canteliver Concrete Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-alma.md) - [Organically Modern Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casona-sforza.md)