Los Cabos

A coastal paradise

The project develops a landscape system based on resource optimization in a desert climate, structured through two distinct operational conditions: an extensive, low-consumption exterior landscape and an intensive interior oasis.

Keywords
Innovation
Water Efficiency
Sustainable
Sociability

Master Plan
Urban Design
Landscape Architecure
Size: 342,852 m2
Location: Veracruz , Mexico
Year: 2024

The proposal operates across both public and private realms, organizing space through gradients of exposure, use, and water availability. This differentiation reduces operational costs at an urban scale while concentrating investment in areas with higher spatial and environmental value.

The exterior system is conceived as an open, continuous, and highly visible landscape composed of native and desert-adapted species from the Baja California region. In contrast, the interior system introduces a denser microclimate with increased vegetation, shade, and thermal comfort.

Rather than a purely formal composition, the project functions as environmental infrastructure, regulating water consumption, maintenance, and climatic performance.

Design Strategy
The design process is grounded in a detailed analysis of the climatic and ecological conditions of Los Cabos, with emphasis on water availability, solar exposure, and soil behavior.

Based on this assessment, the project is developed through three primary strategies:

1. Resource-based zoning
A clear distinction is established between low-consumption exterior areas and resource-intensive interior zones, enabling precise control over water use and maintenance.

2. Performance -driven plant selection

The planting palette is composed of native and adapted species selected for resilience, low water demand, and compatibility with arid soils. Vegetation is organized into layered systems (canopy, understory, groundcover) to maximize ecological efficiency and spatial diversity.

3. Permeable and modular system
The circulation in Puerto Corala is designed to provide citizens with convenient and accessible access to various amenities through a tree-lined route. Priority is given to the comfort and ease of movement for pedestrians, allowing them to safely and pleasantly access different facilities and points of interest.

To provide a pleasant and safe experience for pedestrians and cyclists while integrating small green areas and protecting the natural beauty of the coastal environment. This is achieved through careful planning and a focus on sustainability. The use of non-slip and wear-resistant materials ensures durability and safety. Along the pedestrian walkway, there are rest areas where visitors can sit, enjoy the scenery, and relax.

Performance
The project establishes a resilient landscape model tailored to extreme environmental conditions, with measurable impacts on performance and operations:

Significant reduction in water consumption through xerophytic planting in public areas
Lower maintenance requirements due to slow-growth, high-resilience species
Improved thermal comfort in interior zones through shade and evapotranspiration
Increased user dwell time in oasis environments with enhanced environmental quality

By differentiating systems, the landscape operates strategically: the exterior performs as an efficient urban layer, while the interior delivers a high-value experiential environment.

Art and site furniture are integrated as complementary layers, reinforcing local identity through durable, low-maintenance materials without competing with the landscape system.

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