bamboo dome unites petal-like roofs of sustainable villa in mexico's 'awakening sanctuary'

dome tops villa by Awakening, Fernando Artigas and Jorge Berea

Located in the village of El Cuyo, Yucatán, Mexico, The Trillium by Awakening is a villa designed by Awakening, Fernando Artigas, and Jorge Berea as one of the Awakening Sanctuary retreat accommodation sites. The project embraces a nature-focused approach to hospitality, placing sustainability and comfort at the heart of its design.

At its core is a bamboo dome, whose organic design mirrors the surrounding jungle. This feature underscores the architects’ commitment to creating harmony between the structure and its verdant setting. Bamboo columns provide structural support while showcasing the use of renewable materials. Locally sourced plaster and stone finish the petal-shaped roofs and flooring, grounding the design in its regional context. Inside, the villa prioritizes energy efficiency and natural comfort. Cross-ventilation eliminates the need for air conditioning, while passive lighting strategies maximize natural light. 

all images by Santiago Baravalle, courtesy of Awakening, Fernando Artigas, and Jorge Berea

private spaces flow into The Trillium by Awakening’s social areas

Upon entering The Trillium by Awakening, visitors are greeted by a bamboo-encased spiral staircase. The architect team sets this central element as the functional and symbolic core of the villa, diffusing natural light into the interiors while connecting the social and private spaces. 

The bedrooms are designed with relaxation and sustainability in mind. Large windows frame jungle views, allowing occupants to feel immersed in the surrounding landscape. Each room features a centrally placed bed that maximizes the vistas, along with private bathrooms finished with natural materials. The layout effortlessly flows into the villa’s shared spaces, creating a smooth transition from intimate retreats to social areas. The social zones are crafted to foster connection and relaxation. The swimming pool and jacuzzi are positioned at the edge of the property, offering uninterrupted views of the lush environment, while a spacious deck with lounge chairs enhances the experience, inviting guests to unwind amidst nature.

The Trillium by Awakening is as one of the Awakening Sanctuary retreat sites

at its core is a petal-shaped bamboo dome

the project embraces a nature-focused approach to hospitality

bamboo columns provide structural support

the swimming pool and jacuzzi are positioned at the edge of the property

the bedrooms are designed with relaxation and sustainability in mind

a spacious deck with lounge chairs enhances the relaxing experience

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plaster and stone ground the design in its regional context

placing sustainability and comfort at the heart of the design

the layout effortlessly flows into the villa’s shared spaces

creating a smooth transition from intimate retreats to social areas

offering uninterrupted views of the lush environment

the villa prioritizes energy efficiency and natural comfort

project info:

name: The Trillium by Awakening | @awakeningtrillium

architect: Awakening Experiencias | @awakeningsanctuary

location: San Manuel km 11, Tizimín, Yucatán, México

design team: Awakening Experiencias, Fernando Artigas, Jorge Berea

interior design: Awakening Experiencias
bamboo design, structure, engineering, construction, and project execution: Arq. Felipe Alejandro de la Cruz Urtilla and Martin Löffler

technical team: Felipe Alejandro de la Cruz Urtilla

civil engineer: Felipe Alejandro de la Cruz Urtilla
architectural concept & design: Awakening Experiencias

owners and visionaries: Awakening Experiencias Founders: Martin Löffler and Adriana Chardi

client: Awakening Sanctuary

photographer: Santiago Baravalle | @santiago.baravalle