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Andrés Casillas is a prominent Mexican architect highly influenced by Luis Barragán, his early mentor. Born in Mexico City but deeply rooted in the Guadalajara ethos, Casillas is recognized for his nuanced understanding of Barragán’s work, which he met as a young boy of eight. He collaborated with architects like Augusto H. Álvarez and Luis Barragán before establishing his own practice in 1969. He has designed a range of projects, from commercial spaces like the Centro Financiero Banamex in Guadalajara to residential homes that have become landmarks, such as the Pedro Coronel House in Mexico City and the García Villaseñor House in Zapopan. Casillas is especially noted for his exploration of domestic spaces and the relationship between interior and exterior environments.
Andrés Casillas, the renowned Mexican architect, has established himself as a cult figure in Mexico’s architectural scene with his discreet strokes that evoke intimacy and wonder. At 89 years old,…
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