Pedro Reyes is a Mexican artist known for his multidisciplinary approach, which encompasses sculpture, architecture, video, performance, and participatory art. His works are driven by a goal to empower individuals and communities in various social, environmental, political, and educational contexts.

In collaboration with Pedro Reyes, we designed his studio and workshop, where several requirements needed to be fulfilled. These included making a bold statement in the colonial neighborhood of Coyoacan with a brutalist design, implementing systems to reduce electrical consumption necessitated by heavy machinery used to work the stone for his sculptures, rainwater harvesting and reuse, and ensuring acoustic comfort for the surrounding houses.

The result is a monolithic building, crafted in grey concrete through artisanal craftsmanship. Several mock-ups were developed to study the different patterns and precast materials.