LR House

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5000 sq ft, Mexico City, 2016.

Designed for a family of four—and their companions, Bernarda the puppy and Picasso the rabbit—this home is conceived as a light-filled sanctuary centered on gathering, celebration, and connection. At the heart of the house, a double-height social space opens to the landscape through a sweeping glass curtain wall, extending seamlessly onto an expansive terrace. Facing south toward lush greenery, the home captures abundant natural light, which reflects and moves across the white masonry surfaces like shifting paintings on a canvas.

Circulation paths are envisioned as moments of discovery: choreographed routes that guide occupants through patterns of light, minimal geometry, and subtle spatial transitions. The material palette is intentionally restrained—white and lime masonry walls, steel, natural wood, and glass—allowing light and shadow to become the primary decorative elements.

Modern interior space with white walls, wooden flooring, a glass railing, and a large window or sliding door.
Modern interior ceiling with pendant lights and a glass railing on the upper floor.
Modern residential house with a dark garage door, two white cars parked on the driveway, and a landscaped area with greenery on the left side.

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Architectural floor plans of a multi-level building, including ground, main, upper, and rooftop floors. Each level shows various rooms, stairs, parking, and utility areas.

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A modern multi-story house with large windows, a stone facade section, and balconies with glass railings. There is a yard with grass and bushes, a tree, and a clear sky.
A white ceiling with a rectangular skylight allowing natural light to enter.

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Silhouette of a cat lying on a textured glass surface, with its head near the bottom and tail curl near the top.
Black and white photo of a modern staircase with light coming through horizontal slats, creating striped shadows on the steps and walls.

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Black and white photo of a modern interior ceiling with a large rectangular light and four hanging pendant lights. Part of a white wall or partition is visible in the foreground.
Black and white photo of a metal railing casting shadows on a white floor and wall.

Valle

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A modern house with beige brick walls, a terracotta tiled roof, and a surrounding wooden fence. There is a well-maintained grassy yard in the foreground and tall trees in the background.
Ceiling view showing wooden beams and panels in a room with a high ceiling.

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Architectural blueprint of a multi-story residential building showing floor plans, elevations, and sections with measurements.

5,000 sq. ft. Valle de Bravo, Mexico, 2020.

Nestled within a gated community of evergreens and situated near a lake and a picturesque historic town, this vacation home seamlessly blends the serenity of its natural surroundings with the strict architectural codes that define the neighborhood. While the clients envisioned a modern retreat, the design carefully reconciles contemporary spatial ideals with the community’s requirements—pitched tiled roofs and adobe wall construction—resulting in a balanced fusion of tradition and modernity.

The project began as a single-story residence, but as the design evolved, the family’s needs expanded, prompting the addition of a second level that doubled the overall size. Even with this transformation, the original “L”-shaped layout facing south and opening onto the yard remained the backbone of the composition. This configuration not only frames long views toward nature but also allows for cathedral ceilings and exposed trusses that celebrate volume, structure, and light.

At the heart of the home, a double-sided fireplace anchors both the living room and the outdoor deck, where a louvered pergola creates a sheltered extension of the interior. The concept emphasizes simplicity, and an atmosphere suited for gathering—welcoming spaces designed for extended family and friends to come together.

Living room with a ceiling featuring exposed wooden beams, a sitting area with a sectional sofa and pillows, a wooden coffee table, a hallway with a closed door, and a large glass sliding door leading to an outdoor yard.
Ceiling view of a loft with wooden beams and black metal railing.

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View of a wooden ceiling with exposed beams and black metal brackets.
Ceiling with wooden beams and built-in shelves, with recessed lighting.
Under-construction building with walls partially covered in textured panels, open garage area, wooden platform, and concrete supports, under a partly cloudy sky.

OR House

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Under construction modern house with siding, large window covered with plastic, and a wooden fence, in black and white.

1,185 sq.ft. Burien WA, 2022.

Tucked into a cul-de-sac near Sea–Tac Airport, this compact single-family residence was designed with careful attention to acoustic performance. To ensure a calm interior environment despite the flight path above, the home incorporates double-ply exterior wall layers and high-efficiency triple-pane windows, creating a protective envelope that maintains peace and comfort throughout the day.

The layout prioritizes openness and connection to the outdoors. The living room extends naturally onto a rear deck—planned to be covered with a pergola—creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. The kitchen sits at the heart of the plan, while two secondary bedrooms share a full bathroom. The master suite includes its own dedicated bath.

The material palette reinforces the home's understated, contemporary character. Hardie horizontal siding and natural wood accents define the exterior, while the interiors remain minimal with white surfaces that emphasize light and simplicity. A single gesture of color—the green entry door—creates a welcoming focal point and establishes the home’s identity.

Modern gray house with two cars parked in front, a tree on the left, and a wooden fence on the sides. Overcast sky.

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Open green door leading into a modern, white interior hallway with light wood flooring and built-in cabinetry.

Video: JGAT, @ Installation, Marciano Foundation,

Los Angeles CA.

Modern gray house with horizontal siding, large windows, metal accents, concrete stairs, and wooden fencing in front, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
Empty room with white walls, a small rectangular wall niche, a black wall-mounted electric fireplace, light-colored wood flooring, and a doorway leading to other rooms.
3D model of a modern, black, single-story house with multiple roof sections, large windows, and a small porch with steps.

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Madame Tussauds, Hollywood CA.

Boys and Girls Club, Hollywood CA.

Street view of the Madame Tussauds Hollywood wax museum with signs, traffic lights, pedestrians on the sidewalk, and cars parked along the street on a sunny day.
Cross-section rendering of a modern multi-level indoor sports facility with basketball courts and a mezzanine area for spectators, surrounded by outdoor trees and pathways.