PPAA's Barrancas: A Minimalist Concrete House on Metal Base in Mexico City

Barrancas, a 477-square metre residence designed by Pérez Palacios Arquitectos Asociados (PPAA), has been finalized in Mexico City. This off-grid home showcases a reflective metal foundation, subtle nickel-toned siding, and privacy-enhancing window shutters. The upper section consists of a cubic concrete structure that houses bedrooms and a study, featuring rectangular windows. Inside, the natural plaster walls and bush-hammered marble floors are accented by warm wooden elements. The design incorporates a spacious rear garden, a planter for a jacaranda tree, and a linear terrace. Utilizing solar panels and low-carbon materials, the house operates autonomously. Pablo Pérez Palacios, the studio's founder, referred to it as "a floating volume" harmonizing with its environment. PPAA has also worked on projects in Valle de Bravo, Baja Peninsula, and Los Angeles. Photography by Luis Garvan.