Casa Nada stands in Todos Santos desert, Mexico

 

Positioned on a slight incline in the desert landscape of Todos Santos, Mexico, Casa Nada is a three-bedroom residence constructed from concrete and blockwork. The home is arranged around a pass-through floor plan that enables continuous movement of people, air, and shadows, maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding environment.

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
all images courtesy of Casa Nada (Greg Armas, Gabriela M.)

 

 

louvered white panel exterior defines Casa Nada

 

The structure is oriented toward the Pacific coastline in response to sun position and prevailing winds. Along the primary elevation, a facade composed of nineteen louvered white doors regulates airflow by redirecting consistent ocean breezes to stabilize interior temperatures. Geometric volumes and a uniform exterior of louvered panels define the building’s minimalist character. Casa Nada was designed by its owners, both clothing designers, as their first project in residential construction.

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
Casa Nada sits on a slight incline overlooking the Todos Santos desert

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
the residence is constructed from concrete and blockwork

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
geometric forms define the building’s overall massing

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
the design maintains a continuous connection to the surrounding landscape

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
nineteen louvered white doors form the main exterior facade

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
circulation of people, air, and shadows moves freely through the interior

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
the louvers redirect ocean breezes into the interior

white louvers craft perforated facade filtering daylight within casa nada’s interiors in mexico
light and shadow play actively within the pass-through floor plan