7S MEMORIAL (national competition)

We consider habitable those spaces that make us feel secure, shielding us from the outside world and embracing us during our daily activities. It could be said that we enter a state of comfort when we are inside our homes, a place where we confidently take ownership. However, this feeling may appear fleeting when confronted with an unforeseen event of devastating consequences. Suddenly, we are subjected to forces beyond our control, determining our fate. We may become victims of tragedies that, unable to repel, each must endure.

The idiosyncrasies of each experience will be marked by different struggles—some prolonged waits, treacherous and irregular paths, or seemingly endless falls. Yet, amidst it all, it may seem incredible that the certainty of finding a sign at the end of such a long journey still remains. But we must be optimistic. The reality is that to get closer to the exit, we find ourselves in a situation where, as if facing an unjust test, we must summon our courage once more, take the leap, and together seek the path that will lead us out as soon as possible.

As long as there is no sense of community, as long as we forget those who have also had to walk these unfortunate paths, we will be the ones condemning our fellow beings to tread the same road back.

The project materializes these words and transforms them into spaces, symbolizing those welcoming places that suddenly turn into narrow, rugged staircases, their directions culminating in an opening towards light and openness.

Upon exiting through this opening, a cantilevered platform emerges, inviting us to take a leap onto it. To reach the outside, one must climb a staircase composed of seven cascading steps.

Out of numerous submissions nationwide, our project was among the distinguished selection of thirty honorific mentions. It was subsequently reproduced and disseminated for exhibition at esteemed academic institutions in Mexico and Spain, symbolizing a testament to its significance and impact.

This project was made in collaboration with Juan Pablo Rangel Ronquillo.

The stairs Represent the unique personal journey

Presentation board Selected as an Outstanding proposal

Spain

Empowering community through residential and cultural enrichment.