g3arquitectos newly built home, Casa G, literally stands apart from its neighbors. The home in the small town of Santiago de Queretaro, Mexico, is on the far side of a ravine that runs along the perimeter of the town's boundary. This not only gives the property ample space around which the residents' children can play, but it also provides a spectacular view of the rest of the town.
Casa G is built primarily out of concrete, which is a concession to the climate in Santiago de Queretaro. The region gets very hot at the peak of the day but cools down substantially during the evening. Concrete acts as a strong natural insulator, sucking up heat during the day, and that heat slowly seeps out over the course of the night, thus keeping the home at an ideal temperature while reducing air conditioning costs.
What's Driving This Trend
- Sustainable Architecture
- Using concrete as a natural insulator in home construction reduces energy costs and improves energy efficiency.
- Ravine-connected Communities
- Building homes on the far side of a ravine provides residents with scenic views and ample space for recreational activities.
- Cubist Design
- The use of cubist architecture in residential homes creates a unique and modern aesthetic.
Who This Affects Most
- Construction
- Incorporating concrete as a natural insulator in residential and commercial buildings can significantly reduce energy consumption and costs.
- Real Estate
- Developing communities that take advantage of natural landscape features such as ravines can attract buyers seeking scenic views and recreational opportunities.
- Architecture and Design
- Embracing cubist architecture in residential properties allows for innovative and visually striking living spaces.
