Colima 71 Hotel in Mexico City Blends Contemporary Design with Local Art
Colima 71, a hotel in Mexico City's Roma Norte neighborhood, opened with a design that integrates contemporary aesthetics with local culture. The architecture, by T.A.X. by Alberto Kalach, uses metal, stone, and wood to create a residential feel with private balconies overlooking a courtyard. Interior design by Nomah Studio and Karla Celerio features marble, wood, velvet, and French tapestries. The hotel showcases art including a sculptural installation by Darío Escobar made from bicycle tires, stainless steel, and brass; a photography collection by Iñaki Bonilla; and an Art Deco-inspired latticework installation by Sofía Taboas. Managing director Ana Ongay describes it as an immersive journey through the neighborhood's culture.
Key facts
- Colima 71 is located in Roma Norte, Mexico City.
- Architecture by T.A.X. by Alberto Kalach.
- Interior design by Nomah Studio and Karla Celerio.
- Features art by Darío Escobar, Iñaki Bonilla, and Sofía Taboas.
- Materials include metal, stone, wood, marble, velvet, and French tapestries.
- Private balconies overlook the courtyard.
- Managing director is Ana Ongay.
- Hotel aims to immerse guests in local culture.
Entities
Artists
- Alberto Kalach
- Karla Celerio
- Darío Escobar
- Iñaki Bonilla
- Sofía Taboas
- Ana Ongay
Institutions
- Colima 71
- T.A.X. by Alberto Kalach
- Nomah Studio
- Colima 71 Art Community Hotel
Locations
- Mexico City
- Roma Norte
- Mexico