BALANCE
I’m an architect working across architecture, landscape, and art, with a strong interest in reimagining neglected or underused spaces through site-specific, environmentally conscious design. My work often explores the relationship between memory, territory, and collective use. I approach each project as a dialogue—with the land, its history, and the communities connected to it. I have collaborated on cultural and public space projects and was awarded the Cosentino Design Challenge, recognizing my commitment to innovation and sustainability in design.
This project envisions the revitalization of Punta Cantera, a dormant natural and historical site, into a sprawling open-air cultural park. Through a sensitive intervention, contemporary art, landscape, and historical memory intertwine, breathing new life into 18th-century powder magazines while creating fresh spaces for creativity and social interaction.
A Museum within the Landscape
At the heart of the initiative stands a museum of contemporary and modern art, complemented by two open galleries and an administrative building. Rather than imposing itself on the environment, the architecture adapts to the terrain, engaging with historical powder magazines and merging seamlessly with the landscape, in adherence to the environmental regulations of the Cadiz Bay Natural Park.
Trails, Water, and Shade as Infrastructure for Well-being
Park pathways are crafted from permeable and natural materials—such as draining concrete and stabilized gravel—to facilitate rainwater filtration and protect the soil's water cycle. Along these paths, circular water features and dense vegetative zones are created, not just as aesthetic elements but as climatic tools generating cool and habitable microclimates. These spaces serve as areas for relaxation, play, and physical activity, encouraging people to reconnect with nature.
Local Vegetation as Living Heritage
The park is landscaped with native species resilient to the Cadiz climate: stone pines, wild olive trees, and dwarf palms. These trees, rooted here for centuries, now return to provide shade, shelter, and ecological continuity to the landscape. This choice minimizes water consumption and maintenance while strengthening the area's identity.