Ámina Wind Resort

La Ventana, Mexico

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Ámina Wind Resort

La Ventana, Mexico

Firm

Jaime Guzmán Creative Group

Type

Hospitality + Sport › Hotel

STATUS

Built

YEAR

2025

SIZE

25,000 sqft - 100,000 sqft

Ámina Wind Resort is a residential development with a fully off-grid boutique hotel operation, located on an untouched beach stretching over 20 kilometers south of La Ventana, in Baja California Sur, Mexico.
Beyond its privileged geographic location, the site faces the Sea of Cortez and lies very close to Cerralvo Island—also known as Jacques Cousteau Island—named after the oceanographer who famously referred to the Sea of Cortez as “the aquarium of the world” due to its extraordinary biodiversity and richness of marine species. The region is also internationally recognized as one of the world’s premier destinations for kitesurfing.
The project was conceived as an isolated retreat designed for a sports-oriented community of friends and young families who share a passion for kitesurfing and for engaging closely with the natural environment. The development took nearly six years to come to fruition, driven by the vision of Jaime Guzmán and his partners, who believed in the creation of a self-sufficient community in close relationship with nature.
The firm’s involvement encompassed the entire process, from real estate development, architecture, and construction to interior design and custom furniture. Its complexity and distinctive design—deeply rooted in the immediate context—not only add value for its users but also establish Ámina Wind Resort as a truly unprecedented project.
From the initial design concept, the project sought to create a sober volumetric composition that blends seamlessly into the landscape. The arrangement of the volumes responds to the extreme conditions of Baja California Sur, informed by solar exposure studies and wind analysis to promote cross ventilation and optimize environmental comfort. Committed to respecting the surrounding environment and aware of the site’s largely untouched condition, the decision was made to build only three levels, maintaining a horizontal profile, even though local regulations allowed for twice that height.
The exterior façade adopts tones drawn directly from the sand on which the project stands, achieved through an on-site mixture of sand from the terrain and cement. Inside, a different material strategy was employed: chukum resin was chosen for its textural qualities and thermal properties, keeping interiors warm in winter and cool in summer.
All vegetation is 100% native to the region, requiring minimal water consumption and maintenance. It is placed strategically, yet appears almost random, as if no human intervention had occurred and the site had always existed this way, reinforcing the project’s integration with the natural landscape.
The complex is organized into six reinforced concrete towers, a material choice driven by the site’s location and its vulnerability to hurricanes, ensuring the long-term durability of the project. Each tower contains three apartments, one per level, rotated toward the center of the property to secure exclusive sea views and generate a rhythmic sequence of volumes.
At the center of the towers are the common areas, anchored by a large palapa that houses social spaces including a restaurant, bar, concept store, and children’s playroom. The entrance is marked by a large wooden sculptural installation that pays homage to the first ten buyers who believed in the project. Outdoor amenities include paddle courts, a swimming pool, and relaxation areas directly on the beach.
From this central core, an organic pathway opens toward the sea, flowing between the volumes. Along the route, a play of light and shadow is created by the architecture, while the lateral façades establish a contrast between solid walls and openings. The path culminates at the swimming pool, which visually extends toward the horizon.
The main façades facing the sea open through a sequence of stepped terraces that provide privacy while fostering a direct connection with the surroundings. Each tower houses one apartment per level, and its staggered volumetry forms private terraces, each finished with planters that bring the landscape into the living spaces. Palm-bone lattice sunshades placed at mid-floor height filter the light, creating an interior microclimate and reinforcing the project’s organic character.
Access to the apartments leads into a vestibule that connects directly to the central social area, composed of a living room, dining area, and open kitchen. The apartments are designed to accommodate multi-generational families or groups of friends with children, offering spatial flexibility for different living arrangements. Each unit includes three bedrooms with capacity for up to eight guests: a primary bedroom with direct access to the terrace and social area, a secondary bedroom, and a third bedroom with a double bed and a double bunk bed.
Fixed furniture was built in masonry, merging architecture and function to create low-maintenance spaces. All other furniture was designed and crafted by Mexican artisans, establishing a dialogue between contemporary design and local craftsmanship.
The lighting design is fully integrated into the project, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Indirect lighting is incorporated into ceiling recesses that highlight the texture of the chukum, while wooden wall sconces generate a controlled and intimate ambiance.
The penthouse in each tower is developed across two levels. The first mirrors the layout of the other apartments, while the second opens onto a large covered rooftop terrace equipped with a jacuzzi, lounge, dining area, and grill. A lightweight structure with the characteristic palo de arco lattice diffuses incoming light. This space becomes a private retreat, offering panoramic views of the desert landscape; at night, it transforms into a lookout for the star-filled sky and the Milky Way, visible due to the absence of surrounding artificial light.
One of the main challenges faced by the office arose during construction. The project’s remote location required overcoming logistical difficulties in transporting materials and sourcing specialized local labor.
As a fully off-grid development, Ámina is a 100% self-sufficient complex that relies on carefully studied supply systems. It features solar energy capture through photovoltaic panels with battery storage, as well as an interconnected potable water system designed to maximize efficiency and serve the entire development.
Supported by climatic studies, passive design strategies were implemented to address solar exposure and provide shade in social areas. Additionally, the positioning of the volumes allows for cross ventilation in both outdoor spaces and the interior of the apartments.
Ámina Wind Resort emerges from the desire to create a community committed to sustainability, passionate about outdoor sports, and deeply respectful of its context. This premise is reflected in every design decision—from the arrangement of the volumes to the selection of materials—seeking to encourage social interaction and a strong relationship between people and their environment.

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Ámina Wind Resort

La Ventana, Mexico

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La Ventana, Mexico

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