The Reyes Ríos + Larrain Studio of Architecture and Design is based in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico.Founded by Architect Salvador Reyes Ríos and artist Josefina Larraín Lagos, their award-winning work has established a standard for architectural heritage refurbishment and restoration in Mexico. Some of the former colonial mansions and haciendas in the state of the Yucatan Peninsula and other places in Mexico, have been converted to luxury design-hotels and private homes keeping both, the original personality of the buildings and the local character of the place.
In addition to its restoration - refurbishment projects, the reyesrios + larrain arquitectos Studio has executed numerous contemporary designs, such as private homes, private housing and some public buildings for civic and cultural purposes. The Studio is also known for their furniture and interior design, as well as environmentally sustainable landscaping design that completes their architectural projects.
Its work has gained both, nation-wide and international visibility. In 2017 Arquine editor published two editions (English and Spanish) of the book “Place, Matter and Belonging” the first monography of the Studio´s work.
From conceptual design stages, through construction and the experimentation with local materials in search of a new definition of regional contemporary architecture, the Studio is involved in every aspect of an integral process of realization. Services include architectural and design solutions to clients from abroad Mexico, providing long-distance project management, cost accounting and construction supervision to ensure each project remains on schedule and within budget.
As part of its philosophy, the Studio is composed of both, senior and young talented and motivated small staff of architects, in order to provide an intensive and integral vision of the professional practice. Our commitment is to provide a high personalized attention to any client.
The founders believe that the ultimate mission of design (as a discipline that accomplishes Architecture) is to improve the quality of life for the users, with a positive impact on the sites in terms of sustainability and cultural reinforcement.
