Ochre House

This two-story residence uses natural light and outdoor vegetation to create a fluid environment rich in ochre tones. Golden sunlight pours in from the mullioned windows that, combined with bespoke furniture and oakwood floors and ceilings, result in a cozy ambience.

A staircase wrapped around a tree in a double-height space articulates both levels of the house. The quarry stone texture contrasts with the smooth finishes found along the neutral tones of the rooms. Custom made details, such as the kitchen floor pattern, along with the curated decor, complement the warm color palette.

Chain + Siman is an architecture and interior design firm based in Mexico City, with years of experience in Mexico and the United States. It is led by Renatta Chain and Lina Siman.

The idea behind the firm has to do with simplicity: the use of clean lines, natural palettes and a close dialogue between light, space and textures. The concept of each project is based on a systematic organization of the design elements, which reveal their physical characteristics and achieve a balance between luxury, aesthetics and functionality.

Their most outstanding works are:

- Casa Rancho Avándaro (winner of the Architecture MasterPrize 2020, winner of the DNA Paris 2021 Awards, Best of Year 2021 by Interior Magazine, Bronze at the IDA Design Awards 2020, finalist in the IIDA Interior Design Awards 2022, among others)

- La Acuarima (winner of the LIV Hospitality Awards 2020 and Honorable Mention at the DNA Paris 2021 Awards)

- Península Apartment (Silver at the IDA Design Awards 2021)