LA GAUCHITA

LA GAUCHITA

MARBELLA

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: THE CONSTRUCTION PLANS, DESIGN AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS IN TOTAL AND PARTIAL FORM, ARE PROTECTED BY WHAT ARTICLE 8 OF THE REGULATION FOR THE CONTRACTING OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE SERVICES OF THE C.F.I.A. THE ORIGINAL DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OF THE AUTHOR, THE CUSTOMER MAY KEEP COPIES OF THESE AND OTHER DOCUMENTS, WELL UNDERSTOOD THAT THEY WILL USE THEM ONLY, IN EVERYTHING CONCERNING THE WORK DEFINED IN THE CONTRACT, IT WILL BE MANDATORY TO USE ALL PRET A PART OR THE WHOLE OF A PROJECT, COMMUNICATE IT IN WRITING TO ITS INTELLECTUAL AUTHOR BEFORE USING IT.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

/ SITE 01

General Info

Site Mapping History

02

/ VISSIONING

DNA / Users

Streghts and Weaknesses

Proyect’s Success

100 ideas

03

/ SITE ANALYSIS

Lot Distribution

Nature Reserves Views

Water Run off

Slopes Winds

Sun Path

04 / REFERENCES 05

/ PROPOSAL

Concept Architecture of Cycles

Step by Step

Architectural Concepts Ideas / CASE STUDIES 06

Located in Emerald Woods of Guanacaste Province, the 350 acre site has been a traditional Costa Rican finca for decades. The topography is varied from valleys, plains, rivers with look out points capturing 360 degree vistas of surrounding mountain ranges.

Guanacaste’s climate and culture are unique among Costa Rican provinces. The province experiences little rain and consistent heat from November to April, resulting in ubiquitous tropical dry forests as a natural adaption to the dry season conditions. Tourists seek out this dry heat during the North American winter to enjoy the Guanacastecan beaches.

Irrigation of the agricultural land is necessary during the long dry period. From May to October, the climate is similar to that of San José, consisting of showers daily and moderate temperatures. Guanacaste is, however, considerably warmer than other provinces in the country located in higher elevations.

The Guanacaste province is famous for its spectacular beaches in the Pacific coast with more than 125 miles of extension and also for its high quality cattle ranching production.

The province is bounded on the east by a group of green-swathed volcanoes forming the Cordillera de Guanacaste and the Cordillerade Tilarán. The rivers that tumble out of these steep mountains flow down to rolling flatlands, forming a vast alluvial plain drained by the Rio Tempisque, which empties through swampy wetlands into de Golfo de Nicoya. The Rio Tempisque defines one side of the horsehead-shaped Península de Nicoya enclosing the gulf to the west.

SANTA CRUZ

MACRO / THE POTENTIAL

This priviledged site, sits in between two touristic coastal towns, Nosara and Tamarindo. The Marbella area is known for its peaceful ambience, great scenic views, and its proximity to Ostional, a local town famous for being a turtle spawning location. Marbella is accesed by national route 160 and estimated times from nearby locations can lower due to road improvements.

BEACH

JUNQUILLAL

LA GAUCHITA

BEACH

MARBELLA

BEACH

OSTIONAL

NOSARA

02

30 KM TO MARBELLA

40 KM TO MARBELLA

BEACH

LARGARTO

MESO / THE CONECTIONS

The town of Marbella is a small but high spirited settlement inmersed in the rich natural environment of Guanacaste, between ocean and mountains. This condition, allows properties like this, to hold both the beauty of the tropical forest and prime views of the ocean, while remaining close to the nearby beach town.

The national route results in a linear configuration of town, where most services and local landmarks, like educational and health facilities, restaurants and small hotels are easily accesible via the main road. Located at no more than 10 minutes from the project.

LA GAUCHITA

BEACH

JOYA DE

LAGARTO

BEACH

NILO

SCHOOL

CLINIC

BEACH

MARBELLA

BEACH

PITAHAYA

MARBELLA TOWN CENTER

3.3 KM

3.5 KM

4.4 KM

MICRO / THE SITE

135

Hectares of Property

60

Hectares Of Tropical Forest

The property is runned by a green belt that responds to the main creeks found on site. In between this forest areas, open pockets of land are suitable for hospitality and residence programs connected to the forest.

LA GAUCHITA

HISTORY /

After a long conversation with Mr. José Andrés Gutiérrez, who has overseen and cared for the well-being of the farm for more than 50 years. He told us the history of the “Finca la Gauchita”. Mr. Andrés told us how in 1974 he arrived at this farm, its former owner was a Costarican doctor, Dr. Blanco. Wild and unexplored, the property had no electricity, until approximately 10 years ago.

At that time, the Gutiérrez family planted for daily consumption like: corn, beans, pipian, cuadrados, bananas, cassava and squash. Today we can see how the tradition of planting has been lost and the only thing that remains is the mango, the pipe and the avocado trees.

Getting to “Finca la Gauchita” has been a journey since its inception, they tell us that it was reached by cart, on horseback or on foot. Above all, in winter the road puts its visitors to the test, so the experience of arriving at this place is part of its attraction.

In this natural treasure there are several fruit trees and timber species, such as: pochote, cedar and teak. In fact, since its inception, the doctor planted a teak forest for its exploitation and sale.

In this conversation with Mr. José and his family, we were able to meet his neighbor “Sadi” and talk about his other neighbor the “Chaman”, who has cattle or rents the land for livestock purposes. We were able to appreciate the good relationship that exists between the neighbors and the sense of community that they have created over time.

The original lot division was born due to the need to graze the fattening bulls they had on the farm. They also had a few animals such as cattle and sheep. Today, only a few horses, chickens and cows remain.

This lotification gave rise to names with a symbolic character. A character that was based on elements of nature, fauna and even physical elements such as the neighbors to name the extensive plots. These elements were of great importance to the doctor, who saw in each one a unique quality and meaning.

The names tell a story and give a sense of place of what happened years ago on the farm. A history of which today only a few traces remain in the “Finca la Gauchita”.

WATER TANK

CREEK

HOUSE

HISTORY / Highlight moments

Arrival and purchase at Finca la Gauchita.

Subdivision of the farm with a symbolic character.

planting of

of bulls and fruit trees.

Creation of the teak forest and general maintenance of the farm in its current state.

Arrival of electricity to the farm, finally, sale of the farm and its current state.

The visioning session allows us to connect with the project DNA, its necessities, strenghts and challenges. A better understanding of the project’s core values will lead to a stronger design aproach.

A p l a c e t o r e conect with nature and t h e c o mmunity

RETURN TO THE LAND

R u n a w a y p lacePeaceful space - R a i s e higher consciousnesE x t e n s i o n o f eht nwotytefaS - F o o d s e c ytiru

DNA

THRIVING ALL SEASON RETREAT

midedConnected t o c o m munityeducated

GROUNDED PEOPLE

POSSITIVE CHANGE MAKERS

HEALING PROCESS

TRUE TO ITS ROOTS

residence owne rs

FUSION: LOCALS + FOREGINERS

USERS

P e o p l e a n d co mmunitywe can bri n g i n - Teakfarm on site

T o p o g r a p g hyViewsLocation (b e a c h c loseness) - Infraestruct ur e c o m i n g ni STRENGHTS

LAUNCHPAD FOR INNOVATION

D i s tance tothe beach P i o n e ers developers on to w n -

WEAKNESS

B u i l d i n g c o m munityYork kitche n

S u c c e s s boutique hotel - Fast sal e s

PROJECT’S SUCCESS

LANDSCAPE REGENERATION

SELF SUFFICIENCY

CONNECTION WITH LOCAL COMMUNITY

100 IDEAS

Outdoor yoga and walking tours

Local and natural materials

Plant based cuisine

Gastronomical journey

SPORTS CENTER

FIRE PIT

CLUB HOUSE

HOTEL AND SPA

SOLAR PANELS

GYM

Architecture merge with the landscape

Farm to table restaurants

Sonic experiences

100 IDEAS

RETREAT HEALING CENTER

YOGA + MEDITATION PAVILIONS

BOUTIQUE HOTEL

TEMAZCAL

YOGA

experiences

BEACH CLUB

AMPHITHEATER

IDEAS

Culinary workshops

POOL

TRAILS

GIFT ELECTRIC GOLF

CARTS TO EACH OWNER

FOOD IS MEDICINE

JUNGLE GYM

FARM TO TABLE

GARDEN AND RESTAURANT

SHALA

RUNNING + EXERCISE

SOCCER + TENNIS

Regenerate the soil

Natural and regenerative farming

Inmersive experiences

Passive estrategies

The following site analysis shows the great variety of natural conditions found on site. The creeks cross it form west and north to east and south creating very dense forest belts, At the same time extense open hills give way to more dramatic views. Water flows in the property follow an often broken topography leaing it to its core, the green axis and reserves where waterfalls and natural ponds can be found. The region is known for high temperatures almost year round, however the many trees give shade at important locations, while also redirecting wind that comes from the south west into the hills and plains of the property.

/ SITE ANALYSIS

55%

total ha total ha

PRE / LOT DISTRIBUTION ha sales area

124

135 lots on the property (sales area)

74.6 of the 135 ha to sales area

STOCKYARD

WATER TANK

HOUSE

PRE / NATURAL RESERVE

WATER WELLS

38.4 of the 135 ha to natural reserve

ha Reserve

22.0

29% ha Common space + Road + non specified areas

WATER FALL

WATER

FALL

SITE / VIEWS

Ocean Views

Jungle Views

Ocean Views

The direction of the water run off predominates in the course of the two creeks on the lot, which also, coincides with the areas of the steepest slope. This can give us an index of where can be the best areas for the location of the residences and other programs. The steepest areas can be reserved for forest restoration and trails and viewpoints that can be integrated to the creek, creating year round experiences.

WATER WELLS

WATER FALL

WATER FALL

This are the flatest areas on the lot, with a slope between 0 and 20%.

The lot has 27 ha of land (20% of the land) with this topography.

This correspond to the areas with a slope between 20 and 40%.

The lot has 60 ha of land (45% of the land) with this topography.

This correspond to the steepest areas, with a slope of 40% and more.

The lot has 48 ha of land (35% of the land) with this topography.

The winds with the highest speeds come from the southwest and east, this is because the direction to the ocean is located here. It can also be noted that the other prevailing winds are in a southeasterly direction.

On the other hand, it can be noted that the wind is almost zero in the northwest direction and very little in the northeast direction. It should be considered that the topography and vegetation will play an important role in how this wind flows on the ground, therefore it should be played with as a strategy for the location of the architecture.

Continuing with the solar route in Costa Rica, it can be noted that the predominance of sunlight will be with an inclination to the south in older months, due to which the passive strategies applied to the location and the architecture itself, as well as the vegetation; should be considered based on the above. It should also be noted that, to the west, which is where the sunset occurs, there are some of the best views of the land.

Our vision for La Gauchita-Marbella is to create a sustainable and sensory productive landscape where every space and area proposed maintains a profound connection with the natural features of the territory and helps create a sense of community. We aim to break the usual separation between the functionality of the landscape and its aesthetic and poetic qualities, creating a project that is both a productive farm and a unique experience for residents and visitors. That is to say, that in a way it exalts the imaginable, the sensory, and the experiential potential; what does this place makes us feel deep within? How it inspires us and how we heal together with this land? The project should acknowledge the reciprocal relationship between humans and territory. We should recognize the role that we play in shaping the landscape, but also acknowledge the impact that the landscape has on us. This close connection provides the guidelines for the masterplan proposal. First, a green axis with both environmental and recreative programs connects the whole project. Then, the residential, hospitality and wellness focused programs are arrenged around or within it, sharing both the best views to the ocean, and the connection to the forest.

ARCHITECTURE OF CYCLES

Our concept is deeply based on the architecture of cycles, uniting both the natural and built environment. Our proposal aims to establish a symbiotic relationship between different species of flora and fauna, with the goal of enhancing biodiversity and promoting human and environmental health.

By creating a self-sustaining cycle that encompasses the roots, ecosystem, and community, we can develop a harmonious coexistence with the natural world. In doing so, we can harness the power of natural elements such as color, texture, and healing properties to guide us in inhabiting the landscape in a respectful and sustainable way. Through our interventions, we aim to stimulate the earth’s regenerative capacity, thus creating a virtuous cycle of renewal and restoration that will benefit both current and future generations.

REGENERATION POTENTIAL

CREATING COMMUNITY

EXPERIENCE AND HEALING

MASTERPLAN PROPOSAL

FIRST STEP

GREEN AXIS / REGENERATION

A Green axis of costa rican nature as the project’s core and main connection between all other programs and lots.

Why? To Heal a landscape that has been historically used for farming and agricultural activities, while also mantaining its functionality and potencial.

Stakeholders: Porvenir+Void

WATER WELLS

AREA

RESERVE AREAS ALONG THE CREEKS 396 432.3714 M2

39 HECTARES

PROPOSED PROGRAM

1. FOOD FOREST AND EDIBLE GARDENS

2. HIKING - WALKING TRAILS AND WORKING OUT STATIONS

3. HANGING BRIDGES

4. VIEWPOINTS AND BIRDWATCHING SPOTS

5. WATER BODIES AND NATURAL POOLS - WATERFALL

6. RIVER FISHING

7. MEDITATION SPACES, NET STRUCTURES

8. ADVENTURE SPORTS, ROPE COURSES, ZIP LINE

WATER FALL

WATER FALL

** This symbol represents waterbodies. As wells and also a waterfall

MASTERPLAN PROPOSAL

THIRD STEP BARRIOS

/ COMMUNITY

Clusters as barrios

Why? To Heal a landscape that has been historically used for farming and agricultural activities, while also mantaining its functionality and potencial.

BUILDING BARRIOS

•As nearly as possible, use natural geographic and historical boundaries to mark the communities.

•Give the community the power to initiate, decide and execute the affairs that concern it closely, like: land use, house, maintenance, circulation, green areas, security, education, welfare and neighborhood services.

•The strength of the boundary is essential to a neighborhood. If the boundary is too weak the neighborhood will not be able to maintain its own identifiable character.

•Divide inside from outside, but a coherent entity, which preserves the functional integrity of the cell and provides for a multitude of transactions between the cell and the exterior (ambient fluids).

•On the other hand, must be taken not to make the clusters too tight or selfcontained. They need to be some open endedness and overlapping among clusters.

•The cluster needs a circulation to connect continuously a cyclically as a loop, from beginning to end that allows interconnections between the cluster.

•As nearly as possible, use natural geographic and historical boundaries to mark the communities.

•Give the community the power to initiate, decide and execute the affairs that concern it closely, like: land use, house, maintenance, circulation, green areas, security, education, welfare and neighborhood services.

HOW DO WE CREATE COMMUNITY?

THE CELL OVERLAPPING BARRIOS DEGREE OF PUBLICNESS

FOURTH

STEP MAIN ROAD / CIRCULATION

Main road conections

Why? To connect and reactivate the natural landscape, residences and comercial villages with its community, creating a more outdoor experience.

The main road has a 12m width. This includes 2 lanes, 2 lateral sidewalks and 2 green areas between lanes and sidewalks. This allows to have a more natural landscape, and a more comfortable areas to walk and drive with natural shadows.

AREA THE TOTAL AREA OF THE ROAD AND LANES 64 652.7 M2

FIFTH STEP

SECONDARY CIRCULATION

Walkable connections

Why? To make a more outdoor living. The secondary circulations can function as walking distance trails to the most iconic natural points of the property: creeks, viewpoints, waterfalls and natural landscapes.

The trails are posible by the regeneration and healing of the existing land, allowing the users to conect with more remote and special areas of the property. The trails can function as a tourist attraction as hiking trails and viewpoints.

ALL the connections have the width to have a trail and also have bike lanes.

Recomended bike lane loop

SIXTH STEP LOTS PROPOSAL

The barrios are subdivided into lots. The lots are strategically organized to have ocean, jungle or creek views.

The lots vary on size from 1000 m2 to over 40 000 m2, for the user to have a large range on the size lots.

•People need and identifiable spatial unit to belong to

•The community and the mosaic of subcultures are made up of neighborhoods. With patterns we can define the neighborhood.

•In existing cities, encourage local groups to organize themselves to form such neighborhoods. Give them some autonomy.

HOW DO WE IDENTIFY A “BARRIO”?

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZES

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZES

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZE S

The lots of the property are classified in 4 types: S, M, L and XL. This classification defines the size of the lot and its density. This allows to have variety of densities in the barrios, creating a more mixed and dynamic neigborhood.

1 000 m2

TOTAL OF LOTS. DIMENSIONS 20 LOTS

Minimum width: 37 m

Minimum length: 42 m

Maximum width: 45 m

Maximum length: 88 m

3 000 m2

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZE M

The lots of the property are classified in 4 types: S, M, L and XL. This classification defines the size of the lot and its density. This allows to have variety of densities in the barrios, creating a more mixed and dynamic neigborhood.

3 000 m2

TOTAL OF LOTS. DIMENSIONS 44 LOTS

Minimum width: 50 m

Minimum length: 60 m

Maximum width: 65 m

Maximum length: 101 m

5 000 m2

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZE L

The lots of the property are classified in 4 types: S, M, L and XL. This classification defines the size of the lot and its density. This allows to have variety of densities in the barrios, creating a more mixed and dynamic neigborhood.

5 000 m2

TOTAL OF LOTS. DIMENSIONS 40 LOTS

Minimum width: 61 m

Minimum length: 91 m

Maximum width: 79 m

Maximum length: 114 m

10 000 m2

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZE XL

The lots of the property are classified in 4 types: S, M, L and XL. This classification defines the size of the lot and its density. This allows to have variety of densities in the barrios, creating a more mixed and dynamic neigborhood.

NOTE: Most of the lots are the result of the slope analysis and view ranges*

10 000 m2

9 LOTS

TOTAL OF LOTS. DIMENSIONS

Minimum width: 64 m

Minimum length: 155 m

Maximum width: 203 m

Maximum length: 220 m

44 000 m2

** This lots are XL sized in the option of keeping them as hospitality

SIXTH STEP LOTS SIZE XL

The lots of the property are classified in 4 types: S, M, L and XL. This classification defines the size of the lot and its density. This allows to have variety of densities in the barrios, creating a more mixed and dynamic neigborhood.

NOTE: Most of the lots are the result of the slope analysis and view ranges*

10 000 m2

9 LOTS

TOTAL OF LOTS. DIMENSIONS

Minimum width: 64 m

Minimum length: 155 m

Maximum width: 203 m

Maximum length: 220 m

44 000 m2

SIXTH STEP HOMESITES VIEWS

The homesite of the property are classified also in 3 types: ocean view, creek view, and jungle / mountain view. This classification defines the type of views the homesite could have.

OCEAN VIEW

32 with ocean views.

CREEK VIEW

31 with creek views.

JUNGLE / MOUNTAIN VIEW

49 with ocean views.

SEVENTH STEP PROGRAM & DENSITY

NCR

LDR MDR HDR

NATURAL CORRIDOR REGENARATION.

A footprint up to 5%

A maximun of 2 levels. 8 meters tall. Renewable.

Minimum intervention. Nature as its core

LOW DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

A footprint up to 10%

A maximun of 2 levels. 10 meters tall.

Lots of 5000 m2 and up

MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

A footprint up to 20%

A maximun of 3 levels. 12 meters tall.

Lots of 2500 m2 to 5000 m2

HIGH DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

A footprint up to 20%

A maximun of 3 levels. 12 meters tall.

Lots of 2500 m2 to 5000 m2

CLD

CHD

COMMERCIAL / RESIDENCIAL LOW DENSITY

A footprint up to 10%

A maximun of 3 levels. 12 meters tall.

Lots of 5000 m2 and up

COMMERCIAL HIGH DENSITY

A footprint up to 20%

A maximun of 3 levels. 12 meters tall.

Lots of 2500 m2 to 5000 m2

SEVENTH STEP PROGRAM & DENSITY

NATURAL CORRIDOR REGENARATION. NCR

Trails

Permaculture

Farming

Yoga

Equestrian Animal Santuary

Food Forest

Hanging Briges

Bird Watching Spots

Water Bodies

River Fishing

Sport Courts

Meditation Spaces

Working out Stations

Adventure Sports, Rope Courses, Zip Line

Common House Spaces

Pools

Net Structures

CLD

COMMERCIAL / RESIDENCIAL LOW DENSITY

Hotel

Luxury Residencial

Restaurants

CHD

COMMERCIAL HIGH DENSITY

Gathering Plazas and Parks

Farm to Table Restaurant

Market by the Creeks

Art Galleries and Workshop

Permaculture

Farming

Food Forest

Commercial Spaces

CHD

NCR

NCR

CLD

CLD

SEVENTH STEP PROGRAM & DENSITY

LDR MDR HDR

LOW DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residential Residential Residential

BASIC SIZES AND SYMBOLS

SMALL HOUSE FOOTPRINT: 150 M2

TWO LEVEL HOUSE: 300 M2

MEDIUM HOUSE FOOTPRINT: 235 M2

TWO LEVEL HOUSE: 470 M2

LARGE HOUSE FOOTPRINT: 320 M2

TWO LEVEL HOUSE: 640 M2

X LARGE HOUSE FOOTPRINT: 415 M2

TWO LEVEL HOUSE: 830 M2

35 M2 PODS

35 M2 PODS

35 M2 PODS

35 M2 PODS

/ PHASES DEVELOPMENT

PHASE DEVELOPMENT

PHASE 01 NATURAL CORRIDOR REGENARATION.

Develop and restore the green axis as the proyect core and main connection between all other programs and lots.

Taking advantage of the existing the landscape and the teak farm to use it as the main prime material for the first stages of the proyect.

606,622.31

And also prepare and restore the soil for the Food Forest and Creek ponds.

COMMERCIAL HIGH DENSITY

In this phase the commercial plaza is intented to attract the community, tourist visitors and potencial residents of La Gauchita

MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residencial Lots with Ocean and Jungle Views

HIGH DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residencial Lots of diverse prices

ROAD

Trails

Permaculture

Farming

Yoga

Equestrian

Animal Santuary

Food Forest

Hanging Briges

Bird Watching Spots

Water Bodies

River Fishing

Sport Courts

Meditation Spaces

Working out Stations

Adventure Sports, Rope Courses, Zip Line

Common House Spaces

Pools

Net Structures

Gathering Plazas and Parks

Farm to Table Restaurant

Market by the Creeks

Art Galleries and Workshop

Permaculture

Farming

Food Forest

Commercial Spaces

PHASE DEVELOPMENT

PHASE 02

MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residencial Lots with Ocean and Jungle Views

Community Spaces

Green Corridors

30, 071.12 M2

32, 383.45 M2

34, 968.16 M2

29,

HIGH DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residencial Lots of diverse prices

PHASE DEVELOPMENT

PHASE 03

MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residencial Lots with Ocean and Jungle Views

Community Spaces Green Corridors

63,

80,030.89

LOW DENSITY RESIDENCIAL.

Residencial Lots with Ocean and Jungle Views. Bigger lots

PHASE DEVELOPMENT

PHASE 04 LOW DENSITY RESIDENCIAL. Residencial Lots with Ocean and Jungle Views. Bigger lots

Community Spaces

Green Corridors

96, 250.71 M2 08

1,550.00 LINEAR METERS

ROAD

PHASE DEVELOPMENT

PHASE

05

COMMERCIAL / RESIDENCIAL LOW DENSITY

Residencial Lots with the best views

Luxury Hotel Restaurant

40, 198.34 M2

42, 102.50 M2

PHASE DEVELOPMENT_OP 1

TOTAL

RESIDENTIAL BARRIOS

COMMERCIAL & HOSPITALITY

ROADS & SIDEWALKS

GREEN AXIS TOTAL

CREEK SETBACK

GREEN AXIS USEABLE

FOOTPRINT

TOTAL MASTERPLAN

PHASE DEVELOPMENT_OP 2

PHASE 05 COMMERCIAL / RESIDENCIAL LOW DENSITY

Residencial Lots with the best views

ROAD

DEVELOPMENT

TOTAL

RESIDENTIAL BARRIOS

COMMERCIAL & HOSPITALITY

ROADS & SIDEWALKS

GREEN AXIS TOTAL

CREEK SETBACK

GREEN AXIS USEABLE

FOOTPRINT

TOTAL MASTERPLAN

/ CONCEPTUAL IMAGES

COMMUNITY VILLLAGE

RESIDENTIAL COMMON AREAS

/ CASE STUDIES

POST RANCH INN

Landscape architecture rop

Location:

Big Sur, USA

FEATURES TO HIGHLIGHT

No tv, no alarms. Reconection to self, others and nature

ECONOMIC AND ENVIROMENTAL

SUSTAINABILITY

Lifted construction to protect the trees roots

Edible garden tour

Farm to table restaurant

Spa and wellness

Healing arts

Meditation

90% of the land : protected area

Outdoor yoga and walking tours

Subsidized housing is provided for many employees

Solar panel energy

FIVELEMENTS RETREAT

FIVELEMENTS RETREAT

Gastronomy / Traditional culture rop

Location:

Mambal, Indonesia

FEATURES TO HIGHLIGHT

Next to Ayung River Views - incorporation of spaces close to the river

Healing and wellnes spired on ancient balinese therapies

ECONOMIC AND ENVIROMENTAL

SUSTAINABILITY

Recycle rain and waste water on site

Local, seasonal ingredients. Support local farmers

gastronomical journey aimed to nurture body, mind and soul

Culinary workshops Architecture merge with the river , the landscape

Plant based cuisine Local and natural materials

25% of the property: gardens

HACIENDA ALSACIA / STARBUCKS

Agroturism / Social economic

HACIENDA ALSACIA

Location:

Poás, Alajuela, Costa Rica

240 ha coffee farm

FEATURES TO HIGHLIGHT

ECONOMIC AND ENVIROMENTAL

SUSTAINABILITY

10 ha dedicated to in novate and research and development

Shared the research small farmers to help their production and busineses rop

Regenerate the soil before cultivate the coffee

Sonic experience

waterfall closeness

Social and educational programs for local and indeginous coffee harvesters

Stunning mountain and cooffee farm views

Inmersive experience of the coffee tour. Turistic atraction

Agroturism / Sustainability

I PINI

Location:

Tuscany, Italy

FEATURES TO HIGHLIGHT

Vineyard. Vegan and chemical free production. Involving guests in vineyard activities

Edible food forest Farm to table restaurant

ECONOMIC AND ENVIROMENTAL

SUSTAINABILITY

Plant based cuisine rop

Natural and regenerative farming. Cycle of the seasons

Organic olive oil production

Breathtaking views

Veg lab: Space for enhance creativity and meeting like minded people

Natural material for construction. Stones, bricks and handmade tiles

Use of natural fibers

Passive estrategies. Vents for reducing ac.

CANDELA TULUM

Agroturism / Sustainability

CANDELA TULUM

Location:

Tulum, Mexico

FEATURES TO HIGHLIGHT

ECONOMIC AND ENVIROMENTAL

SUSTAINABILITY

Open views to the jungle Architecture inspired on ancient Mayan settlement

Organic communal gardens rop

70% of the land is being preserved

Pop of color

Local stone as a building material for walls and floors

Holistic wellness program

Partnership with local goverment to help preserve the surounding

Water bodies

LUUM ZAMA