225 House in Jalisco by 21 Arquitectos Blends Monumental Minimalism with Nature

Date of Publishing: April 22, 2025

Architecture Design of 225 House

Description About The Project

Discover the 225 House in Jalisco by 21 Arquitectos — a bold three-story residence organized around a tranquil inner courtyard and water mirror, reflecting Mexican modernism.

The Project “225 House” Information:

Project Name: 225 House
Location: Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, Jalisco, Mexico
Project Year: 2019
Built area: 275.5 m²
Designed by: 21 Arquitectos

A Home Sculpted by Simplicity and Light

Set within a private subdivision of the Metropolitan Area of Guadalajara, the 225 House by 21 Arquitectos, led by Adolfo Arellano Martin, reimagines domestic living through a meditative design focused on stillness, proportion, and a strong visual relationship with nature. Built on a 277.76 sqm plot, the residence rises across three levels, its layout anchored by an interior water mirror and a six-meter-tall black olive tree.

225 House in Jalisco by 21 Arquitectos Blends Monumental Minimalism with Nature

“The idea was to create an oasis at the heart of the house,” shares architect Adolfo Arellano Martin. “We envisioned the tree and reflecting pool not only as a central feature but as an emotional anchor—visible from almost every corner of the home.”

This sense of emotional clarity manifests in the open-plan ground floor, where glass walls dissolve visual boundaries, and nature is invited inward.

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Spatial Transparency and Climatic Response

The architectural program flows logically across three levels: a basement with garage and storage, a transparent ground level for social spaces, and a private upper level with bedrooms. Floating wooden staircases interconnect the levels, culminating in a rooftop terrace that opens up to panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

“Because of the narrow setbacks typical of Guadalajara’s private developments, our challenge was to let light and air flow freely,” says Arellano. “Every floor was planned to enhance spatial continuity, whether through voids, visual cuts, or material consistency.”

The house is both open and shielded—an interplay emphasized by the extensive glazing balanced with carefully placed Cumaru wood lattices and deep eaves.

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A Material Language Rooted in Harmony

Material selection emphasizes restraint and craftsmanship. The primary façade combines grey-toned mortar plaster with whitewashed concrete and natural Cumaru wood. Santo Tomas marble flooring flows seamlessly into the outdoor deck, while all internal carpentry—from doors to floating steps—is crafted in richly grained parota wood.

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“We avoided excessive ornamentation to let the materials speak for themselves,” explains the architect. “The parota wood and marble create a warm minimalism that feels contemporary yet timeless.”

Inside, bespoke furniture and linear kitchen design continue the language of simplicity. The living areas are unified by soft-toned fabrics and high-gloss black granite, while the kitchen’s interlocking black and wood bars add sculptural flair.

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Lighting and Atmosphere

Lighting, both natural and artificial, plays a key role in shaping the mood of the home. Courtesy lights highlight the external forms with warmth and depth, while pendant fixtures with ringed LED forms float delicately above key zones such as the dining room and study.

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“Every lighting decision was made to enhance the architecture’s rhythm and texture,” notes Arellano. “At night, the home becomes a silent sculpture—glowing from within.”

The bathrooms feature finely detailed fixtures from Urrea and Helvex, with materials such as walnut wood floors and porcelain finishes reinforcing the tactile integrity of the design.

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A Tranquil Sanctuary in Guadalajara

The 225 House exemplifies 21 Arquitectos’ approach to spatial poise and clarity. Though modest in footprint, its architectural impact is profound, emerging from its careful use of voids, proportions, and material honesty.

“This house is about balance,” concludes Arellano. “It’s about crafting a sanctuary that quietly responds to its environment and enriches the lives of those who inhabit it.”

Photo credit: | Source: 21 Arquitectos

For more information about this project; please contact the Architecture firm :
– Add: Jardines del Bosque, Guadalajara, Jalisco, México
– Tel: +52 33.17.25.70.49
– Email: contacto@21arquitectos.com