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A white cube with differently-sized openings that glow at night, this minimalist house looks like a monolithic, abstract sculpture.
Named House Within a Cube I, this residence is one of two completed by architecture firm operadora. with a minimalist, monolithic-like presence. Located in Pachuca, Mexico, the cube-shaped dwelling is a great example of contemporary Mexican architecture. While both houses occupy the same footprint and share the same aesthetic, they have different layouts. Here, the studio solved the issue of compact spaces with gentle level changes and an angular staircase that connects the three floors.
Finished with a cement render, the exterior walls are bright and smooth, accentuating the simplicity of the cubic form. Windows of different sizes pierce the envelope, framing views of the garden and the surrounding homes. Likewise, the interior is minimalist, a design choice that lets textures and finishes to become part of the décor.
The house features the main living areas and social spaces on the ground floor, which also contains the kitchen. On the upper level, there are the bedrooms and the bathroom, while on the third floor, there’s a rooftop terrace with service areas.
Throughout the interior, the studiostudio used a simple palette of materials. The white walls not only match the exterior, brightening the living spaces, but they also accentuate the warmth of the wood furniture, doors, and floors. Downstairs, prefabricated concrete slabs cover the floor, adding more texture to the décor. Photography by Arturo Arrieta.
