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Xiqué Boutique Hotel, Puerto Escondido, Mexico

Nestled along Mexico’s Pacific Coast, the eight-room Xiqué Boutique Hotel is clad in pink chukum, a natural stucco that provides passive cooling and water resistance, blending seamlessly with the surroundings. Airflow is optimized through an open west-facing façade and a staircase that functions as a natural chimney. Innovative environmental solutions include a manmade wetland system that purifies wastewater onsite, reducing the hotel’s footprint and supporting local biodiversity. The property also includes an open-air restaurant and a rooftop terrace with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean.

Architecture and Design Firm: Estudio Carroll, Mexico City and Puerto Escondido

Photo by Cesar Belio