Known as Casa Quinto Sol, the 2,440-square metre residence was designed to to be an "ode to its surroundings," according to the studio.

"By integrating into the verdant cliffs that descend towards the Pacific Ocean, we aimed to create pathways that unveil the beauty of nature," Cristina Grappin, who runs her eponymous studio, told Dezeen.

Grappin called the 1.3-acre site the "true protagonist" of the residence, which features two pavilion-like forms that integrate into the site's slope without obstructing views of the ocean or the distant Cerro del Mono (Monkey Hill).

Surrounded by endemic plants that form a private jungle, the house was constructed with local stone – using local craftsmanship and vernacular construction techniques – "to give the impression of the house being part of the existing natural site".

The 11-bedroom house is split into two forms – a low-slung see-through pavilion that holds public spaces on the waterside and a partially submerged sleeping block with two levels of bedrooms.

The larger form wraps like a C around a central courtyard that serves as both "an enclosed oasis and transitional space" between the bedrooms and the breezy living and dining space, which opens via folding glass walls for cross ventilation.

"Another key feature of our design is the direct connection of every interior space to its exterior, either emphasizing views of the ocean or to the interior patios."

The stone complements the grey marble floors that run both inside and outside and the natural-toned plaster that provides thermal insulation to the walls. Local tropical wood caps the spaces.

In addition to the core spaces, the residence packs entertainment areas – including a cinema, professional bowling alley and game room – in a basement level under the bedrooms for added privacy and sound control.

A wide deck with an infinity edge pool runs along the water side of the house, ending in a wooden pergola that shares an outdoor living and dining room.

Additionally, a fire pit sits on the roof allowing residents and guests to relax with the best views of the water.

"Despite having an extensive program, each space in the house retains a distinctly human scale, fostering a sense of warmth and intimacy that invites contemplation of the surroundings," Grappin said, mentioning the studio's complementary role as interior designer of the project.

"Most furnishings feature Mexican and Latin American designers as well as artisans. By thoughtfully integrating interior design, landscaping, and the architecture of the pavilions, we crafted a cohesive narrative that contributes to the project's character."

Other houses recently completed along the Mexican coast include a three-pavilion house in rose-coloured stucco on the Yucatán Peninsula by Reyes Ríos + Larraín Arquitectos and a cement house with stone screens in Cerritos by RED Arquitectos.

The photography is by César Bejar.

Project credits:

Architecture: Estudio Cristina Grappin
Design team: Cristina Grappin, Adrián Suárez, Brenda Vilchis
Interior design: Cristina Grappin, Sofia Ricciardi, Adria Martinez, Michel Olivares, Jorge Navarro
Lighting design: Javier Ten
Landscape design: Entorno paisaje and Pedro Sanchez
Bioclimatic consultant: Biomah
Construction team: Stone Contractors