This House on Zicatela Beach Takes Inspiration from Aztec Architecture
Joey Haar — May 29, 2018 — Art & Design
References: dezeen
Fortresses are meant to keep people out, but French architect Ludwig Godefroy designed this house on Mexico's Zicatela Beach as a sort of residential oxymoron. With monolithic walls, the holiday home is indeed fortress-like, but it also has an openness that makes it airy and welcoming -- traits befitting of a beach home.
The home is partly inspired by ancient Aztec temples. Not only does this inspiration come through in the use of concrete, which has a washed-out coloring that's quite similar to the stones of Aztec temples, but the home also has a series of steps that allow access into and out of one of the central courtyards. Aztec temples are famous for their ziggurats, and those stairs are a visual reference.
Image Credit: Rory Gardiner
The home is partly inspired by ancient Aztec temples. Not only does this inspiration come through in the use of concrete, which has a washed-out coloring that's quite similar to the stones of Aztec temples, but the home also has a series of steps that allow access into and out of one of the central courtyards. Aztec temples are famous for their ziggurats, and those stairs are a visual reference.
Image Credit: Rory Gardiner
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Residential Oxymoron — Designing homes that balance fortress-like security with open and welcoming features.
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Ancient Inspiration — Drawing design inspiration from ancient architecture, such as Aztec temples, to create modern structures.
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Monolithic Minimalism — Using monolithic walls and washed-out coloring to create a minimalist aesthetic in residential design.
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Architecture — Exploring opportunities to integrate elements of fortress-like security and openness in residential designs.
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Construction — Utilizing monolithic walls and concrete materials in construction projects to create visually appealing and secure structures.
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Interior Design — Incorporating minimalist aesthetics with washed-out colors in interior design to create a sense of openness and tranquility.
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