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Casa del Este , JVL Architects | International Design Awards Winners

Casa del Este

CompanyJVL Architects

Lead DesignersJesús Eduardo Velazco

Design Team Daniel Leos, Andrea Ramos, César Uscanga, José Tavizón y Nadia Caro.

Project LocationLos Cabos, Baja California Sur

CreditsCesár Bejar

Prize(s)Gold in Other Architectural Designs / Off-Grid Architectural Designs

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Entry Description

Casa del Este is a self-sufficient coastal retreat set 40 meters from the Sea of Cortez in Los Cabos, Mexico. Built with rammed earth walls from on-site soil, it employs thermal mass to stabilize temperatures while maximizing passive cooling and solar control. Fully off-grid, it relies on solar energy and autonomous water systems. Inspired by traditional Mexican patios, it centers on a native tree and drought-tolerant vegetation, weaving privacy, landscape, and sustainable design into a seamless whole.