Mexican architecture firm Estudio Zero has completed a striking co-living space, Amplitude Coliving, in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. This pink concrete building, spanning 390 square meters, cleverly embodies the dynamics of sound waves in its design, beautifully reflecting the unique characteristics of this innovative communal living space.
Sound Waves Inspiring Architectural Design at Amplitude Coliving Oaxaca
Sitting on a 315.5-square-meter plot in the vibrant neighborhood of La Punta, the development uniquely translates the physical form of sound waves into its arched façade. “You can actually read the waveform in the facade, in the way the arches and columns rise and taper,” Estudio Zero explained, emphasizing a shared vision with their client about energy and community flow.
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Community-Focused Layout
At the heart of the complex lies a central courtyard complete with a pool, shared kitchen, and communal dining space. This area serves as the social hub where residents naturally gather, enhancing the communal experience. “We designed a courtyard that gives people every reason to be in the same place and let the connection happen on its own,” noted the studio.
Diverse Architectural Features of Amplitude Coliving Oaxaca
The building features open-air balconies with distinctive scalloped railings. The apartments vary from compact studios to larger units with private gardens, and double-height lofts offering dramatic views. Interiors and exteriors are adorned with a palette of terracotta-pink stucco, concrete, and tropical hardwood, all complementing the coastal landscape and epitomizing coliving architecture.
The structure uses warm, natural materials alongside glass block for light diffusion, and steel spiral staircases that introduce a nautical element. Hourglass-shaped concrete columns further the sound wave concept, adding dynamism and motion to the structural design.
Sustainable and Smart Design
Environmental functionality is integrated into the building with shaded corridors, deep overhangs, and strategic openings that promote airflow. The natural thermal mass of the materials stabilizes internal temperatures, while solar panels with battery storage ensure energy efficiency during tropical storms.
Estudio Zero’s effort to intertwine architecture with the energy of sound waves can be seen in the attention to detail and innovative use of materials. “The tapered, hourglass-shaped concrete columns visually read almost like a waveform,” the studio explained. This project, which embodies the principles of sound wave design, stands alongside other Mexican developments, such as a residential complex by V Taller and a beachfront housing project by Reyes Rios + Larrain. Alex Krotkov, renowned for capturing architectural beauty, photographed the project, highlighting the remarkable achievement of the complex.
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Frequently asked questions
What inspired the architectural design of Amplitude Coliving?
The design of Amplitude Coliving is inspired by sound waves, as the building translates their physical form into its arched façade. This reflects a shared vision of energy and community flow between Estudio Zero and their client.
What are the unique features of the apartments in Amplitude Coliving?
Apartments in Amplitude Coliving range from compact studios to larger units with private gardens and double-height lofts. They feature open-air balconies with scalloped railings and interiors adorned with terracotta-pink stucco, concrete, and tropical hardwood.
How does Amplitude Coliving incorporate sustainable design?
Amplitude Coliving incorporates sustainable design through shaded corridors, deep overhangs, and strategic openings that promote airflow. The building uses natural thermal mass for temperature stabilization and solar panels with battery storage for energy efficiency.