# Luxury Hillside Housing Blocks Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos' Design Boasts Stunning Grass Terraces By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-01-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grass-terrace References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/10/07/alcazar-de-toledo-sordo-madaleno-arquitecto-mexico-city-luxury-apartments/) & [sordomadaleno](http://www.sordomadaleno.com) From grass terraces to black porcelain walls, this building by Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos is truly visually striking. The structure is located on a [hillside in Mexico City](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-slope) and features five units across four levels. Naturally, given the positioning and the topography of the site, the architectural development proved to be a tricky one. Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos focused on producing a living space that embraces vegetation and “extraordinary panoramic views.” This is definitely where the [triangle-shaped grass terrace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-95) come into play. They not only provide the functional possibility for residents to experience the breathtaking surroundings from the comfort of their own home but also add a strong aesthetic embellishment that will make the ‘Alcázar de Toledo’ living complex a curious addition to the [architectural narrative of Mexico City](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babel-housing-mexico). Photo Credits: Jaime Navarro ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Grass Terraces:** The inclusion of grass terraces in luxury housing blocks presents an opportunity for integrating nature into urban environments. - **Black Porcelain Walls:** The use of black porcelain walls in architectural designs offers a visually striking and modern aesthetic for buildings. - **Panoramic Views:** Designing living spaces that prioritize panoramic views allows residents to have a unique and captivating experience within their homes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore the incorporation of grass terraces and black porcelain walls to create innovative and visually appealing structures. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can market luxury housing blocks with panoramic views as a unique selling point, attracting potential buyers seeking exceptional living experiences. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can consider the integration of grass terraces and panoramic views in their designs to enhance the livability of urban spaces and promote a connection with nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tonal Brick-Designed Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-de-los-reyes.md) - [Scenic Holiday Residential Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/los-helechos.md) - [Terraced Garden-Surrounded Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lechuza-house.md) - [Interior Courtyard Mexican Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ll.md) - [Forested Hillside Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ventura.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Hill Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-av.md) - [Grey Brick-Cladded Mexican Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-house.md) - [Dynamic Volume Hillside Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-shi.md) - [Landscape-Blending Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-pastizal.md)