{"id":277364,"date":"2025-05-22T18:21:46","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T09:21:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adfwebmagazine.jp\/?p=277364"},"modified":"2025-05-22T18:21:46","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T09:21:46","slug":"casa-chacala-estudio-ama-nayarit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adfwebmagazine.jp\/en\/architect\/casa-chacala-estudio-ama-nayarit\/","title":{"rendered":"Casa Chacala by Estudio AMA\uff5cA Home Between Voids and Vegetation"},"content":{"rendered":"

Interpreting the Rich Natural Landscape of Mexico<\/h3>\r\n

N<\/span>estled along the lush coastline of Nayarit, Mexico, \"Casa Chacala\" is a residence shaped by a single guiding principle: to follow nature. From the very first site visits, the architecture studio Estudio AMA<\/a> prioritized preserving the existing vegetation and allowing the trees themselves to determine the orientation and layout of the project.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The site was densely populated with trees of various sizes, including protected species. These clusters defined where architectural interventions could be made, outlining the project\u2019s spatial limits. Two key reference systems emerged: the diagonal axes defined by vegetation, and the site\u2019s natural slope suggesting a descending movement. Their intersection led to a volumetric strategy that inserts architecture between trees, emphasizing the surrounding voids and topography.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The design comprises three primary volumes: an open social core for interior communal spaces, a permeable terrace that directly interacts with the landscape, and a closed solid mass housing the bedrooms. These are linked through triangular courtyards that act as transitional spaces\u2014some social, some private\u2014enhancing the rhythm of movement and pause. A longitudinal axis organizes circulation from the entrance through to the private bedrooms, clearly delineating the shift from public to private zones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Unlike projects focused on vast views, Casa Chacala turns inward\u2014toward the terrain, the vegetation, and the voids between trees. This introspective approach encourages occupants to engage with their immediate environment on a deeper level.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The architecture rejects orthogonal geometry, instead using diagonals that converge at a central point to generate spatial tension and fluidity. A clear hierarchy of materials supports this: a neutral-toned, solid base anchors the structures to the earth, while a warm, lightweight roof completes the ensemble. Rather than resisting its surroundings, Casa Chacala embraces them. It celebrates the confluence of material, climate, and vegetation\u2014offering an architecture rooted in harmony with its natural context.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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About Estudio AMA<\/h4>\r\n

Estudio AMA is a creative studio spanning architecture, interiors, graphic design, and art. Each project begins with a compelling story, with narrative forming the backbone of the entire design process. The studio values shared creativity and collaborative innovation, driven by teams who operate with aligned principles. Their broad vision ensures a deep understanding of both current and future needs. Based in Mexico and active throughout Latin America, Estudio AMA delivers design work marked by clarity, honesty, and a pursuit of excellence.<\/p><\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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