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Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman

May 30, 2015
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This residence, on a narrow lot fronting a protected bay in Tulum, Mexico, was designed by Specht Harpman to be fully self-sufficient, and to immerse the occupants in the range of environments that the site offers.

Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman

A narrow path brings visitors through dense vegetation to a large living / dining / kitchen space that is fully open to the beach beyond. Four bedrooms, above and adjacent to this space, can also be fully opened to the exterior. The transparency of the house allows prevailing winds to flow through and provide cooling while maximizing views of the site.

The house is powered by a photovoltaic canopy that shades a large rooftop terrace. This terrace also collects rainwater that is filtered and stored for use. Other roof areas are planted with native species that provide insulation and screening. All waste is processed through a digester and artificial wetlands system. Casa Xixim is an ecoluxe, grid-tied, net-neutral house that works in harmony with its tropical surroundings.

Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
Casa Xixim in Tulum, Mexico by Specht Harpman
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