Florita 39 is a project located in Isla Mujeres, in the Mexican Caribbean, an island that merges the vibrant color palette of Mexico with the deep blue tones of the Caribbean Sea. The project is situated on the iconic Miguel Hidalgo street, a pedestrian corridor full of life and activity, where a constant flow of people is experienced daily.
The project is divided into two parts that complement each other. On the ground floor, we find a commercial space designed for a restaurant, making the most of the interior-exterior connection possibilities with the avenue. Additionally, a small hotel is planned, featuring five independent residential units spread across the three levels of the building.
The building’s façade features a series of window modules that allow for a seamless integration with the surrounding environment. On the ground floor, the three modules correspond to the commercial space, and adjacent to these, we find a more private and recessed access, where the door connects to the building's vertical and horizontal circulation, linking the different residential units. The circulation opens up to an interior patio where a large tree, known in the area as "Álamo" (Ficus Cotinifolia Kunth), was preserved.
On the top level, the building includes a rooftop offering views of Miguel Hidalgo street and the blue of the Caribbean Sea blending with the sky on the horizon. This space allows visitors to enjoy the constant movement of people on the street, while features like a pool, a grilling area, a lounge chair zone, and common bathrooms enrich the use of the amenity. Behind the rooftop, there is an area designated for the laundry room, where the hotel’s linens are managed.
The rooms were designed with the goal of creating independent spaces that address the various needs of users within a compact area. Each unit includes a bedroom, a small kitchenette, dining area, and bathroom, all carefully optimized to ensure functionality and comfort. This way, small apartments are offered to guests that cater to their everyday needs without sacrificing comfort.
The façade stands out for its green tone, achieved through a plaster that covers the structure, creating a harmonious contrast with the vibrant colors of the area. This color envelops a rigid structure with frames and inclined details that generate dynamic interaction between the openings and voids, which pass through both the commercial space and the rooms that open toward the pedestrian avenue. The façade integrates the colors of the windows and wrought-iron railings, both in a brown tone, which adds warmth to the project.
Inside the building, softer and warmer tones prevail, where the beige of the travertine marble flooring stands out. This blends seamlessly with oak wood and the white concrete countertops found in the kitchenettes and bathrooms.