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Luis Barragán was a Mexican architect and engineer widely regarded as one of the most important architects of the 20th century. Barragán’s work was characterized by a bold use of color, an emphasis on light and shadow, and a sensitivity to the surrounding landscape. His most famous works include Casa Estudio Luis Barragán, Casa Gilardi, and the Chapel of the Virgen de las Penas. Barragán’s work has been highly influential in architecture, and he has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 1980. He passed away in 1988, but his legacy continues to inspire architects and designers worldwide.
In the heart of Mexico City, Casa Gilardi was designed by Luis Barragán, one of Mexico’s most acclaimed architects. Built between 1975 and 1977, this project represents Barragán’s last masterpiece,…
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The Luis Barragán House and Studio, also called Casa Luis Barragán, is a seminal piece of architecture in Mexico City. The property, designed and lived in by the renowned Mexican…
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Casa Pedregal, also known as Casa Prieto-López, is a mesmerizing residential project situated in the then lava-covered region of Jardines del Pedregal in Mexico City. Designed by Mexican architect Luis…
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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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The Salk Institute for Biological Studies, located in La Jolla, California, was commissioned by Jonas Salk, developer of the first safe and effective polio vaccine in 1960. Salk, who envisioned…
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Luis Barragan’s love for horses was reflected in his architectural designs, and in the late 1960s, he was commissioned to create an exceptional equestrian compound located near Mexico City. The…
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