For the Mayans, who have inhabited it since ancient times, Sian Ka'an means "gate of paradise" And they don't lack reasons. The Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve It is the main protected area, the green heart of Tulum , and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986.
To go through it is to enter a jungle whose vegetation and species are extraordinary. And it is in this paradise that you can now also sleep. Baptist House is the first ecological village in Sian Ka'ann , a sister project of Pueblo del Sol, a sustainable production community in the Sierra de Oaxaca that brings together artisans, farmers and beekeepers and promotes the development of indigenous communities.
this new private eco villa is available for rentals, retreats, special events and weddings, inviting guests to experience sustainable luxury and connect with nature in a personal and intimate way.
In addition, the experience at Casa Bautista is enriched with exclusive services such as concierge, personal chef and activities including yoga sessions, massages and medicinal ceremonies for wellness lovers.
Your terrace, another paradise.
BRUTALISM AND VEGETATION
The sculptural house, which stands out from the sea like a rock and floats above the treetops, is a project with clear architectural references to the brazilian modernism and to Surreal Garden by Edward James . “The entire project was cast from concrete with an organic blue color, which reacts with exposure to the sun and with its position in the house, generating a changing range of tones that go from the blue of the sea to the pink of the sunset”, highlighted the team. of PRODUCER.
In addition, it extends over an area of 300 square meters, whose L-shaped structure is supported by triangular pillars that allow it to blend in with the jungle. The result is a construction of brutalist character immersed in the vegetation, whose spaces invite you to experience a stay of peace and serenity.
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The three levels of the residence are connected by a spiral staircase . The ground floor houses all the equipment for water sports; the main level houses five bedrooms –organized as two master suites, two double bedrooms and a study–, a main dining room and a hot tub that stretches out into the white sand dunes . “Near the main room, there is a singular little tower: an element that anchors the whole to its place and serves as a flexible space for work or meditation”, underline the members of PRODUCTORA in a statement.
On the third level, the terrace stands out as one of the most characteristic spaces of Baptist House , with a swimming pool, a grill and a dining room with panoramic views.
Meanwhile, the tzalam wood terraces and pergolas were made by local cabinetmakers. In addition to providing warmth, they create shade to protect from the sun, favor cross ventilation and expand interior spaces. Its folding mechanism also protects the house from hurricanes and strong winds. . "In this way, architecture and design reinforce the relationship between interior and exterior, respecting Mother Earth and extolling the sea, the lagoon and the jungle in which the property is immersed."
A PROJECT THAT RESPECTS THE ENVIRONMENT
And about the environmental footprint , the project prioritizes the use of sustainable energy from solar and wind sources. In addition, as explained to Traveler.es, it was adapted to the building regulations of the protected area: for every 20,000 m2 of land there can be only 300m2 of construction –in the central third of the property, with the aim that the buildings do not meet.
“All additionally planted flora is approved by SEMARNAT (Mexican Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources) and they are endemic species that do not create invasions of any kind . Just as all the fences and perimeters are made of local wood and had to be adapted to the right height so that the fauna could move freely”, they add.
Secondly, the house has its own water treatment system , which once treated are directed to a wetland that filters them and returns them clean to the ground, and collects rainwater for irrigation. And pools (swimming pools) are treated with salt and not chlorine.
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