Public Housing in Mérida

Public Housing in Mérida responds directly to the site’s physical conditions. At the same time, it prioritizes sustainability, functionality, and architectural quality. Instead of fighting the terrain, the project uses the steep topography as an asset. As a result, the level change supports a compact and efficient solution. It also maximizes the buildable volume and strengthens the connection to the surrounding neighborhood.

Moreover, Public Housing in Mérida follows the plot perimeter. It organizes the homes as a closed urban block around a generous central courtyard. The courtyard opens to both long sides of the site. Therefore, every apartment receives natural daylight and fresh air. In addition, the courtyard becomes a shared civic space. It is accessible from the city and supports everyday community life. To achieve this, landscaped terraces step across different levels. These terraces are linked by exterior stairs.

Meanwhile, the building steps with the slope. It rises five stories toward Comarca de las Hurdes Street. It rises six stories toward Torrente Ballester. This move integrates the topography into the section. The apartments are arranged in two 8-meter-deep bays. Between them, open-air galleries provide circulation. They also act as a climatic buffer. Likewise, these galleries create ventilation patios. Consequently, all units are dual-aspect. They also benefit from cross ventilation.

Finally, Public Housing in Mérida embraces industrialized construction. This strategy improves cost efficiency and reduces delivery time. For that reason, the project uses a prefabricated concrete structure and façade system. In parallel, it integrates environmental, energy, and social sustainability measures. Ultimately, the goal is near-zero energy consumption. Altogether, the project delivers robust, open, efficient, and adaptable architecture for the city over time.