DVS 03 Apartments

DVS 03 is a new sector within the Villa Serena apartment complex, located in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico.

The development is located within an existing complex made up of low-rise brick apartment buildings surrounded by common areas, gardens, gym, pool and other amenities. The meticulous study of the site and the analysis of the axes of the original buildings were the starting point in the design process to create direct relationships between the new sector and the pre-existing environment.

DVS 03 comprises two buildings with 33 unique one and two bedroom apartments. The apartments have an exterior perimeter made up of balconies and terraces which provide much needed sun protection to the interiors, generate private outdoor spaces in each unit and create a dynamic interplay of light and shadow on the building's facade.

The design strategy prioritizes functionality. The buildings utilize a robust concrete frame with strategically placed brick-clad volumes. These cleverly maximize interior space and double as functional storage solutions within the apartments.

The different organization in the modulation of windows also produces a sense of individuality in each unit, even those with similar layouts. This results in 33 distinct apartments, each with its own character, contributing to a rich and diverse architectural experience.

Team: Jorge Urias Garza, Christian Cota, Luz Anaid Maravilla, Salvador Ruiz
Location: Ciudad Juarez, Chih. Mexico
Type: Multifamily / Residential
Area: 3,250 m2
Status: Built
Year: 2023
Photography: Rafael Gamo