"Casa Selva from Jesús Vassallo, Anonimous, and G3 Arquitectos on the edge of Tulum aims for a resort-quality experience with minimal means," Architect's Newspaper, Apr. 6, 2026.
Woven into a tropical landscape on the edge of the Yucatán rainforest, the Casa Selva development merges a dense configuration of 4-story multifamily buildings into a tranche of land rezoned for housing. Using standard concrete blocks for the structure and surfaces covered in a dark plaster, Houston architect Jesús Vassallo and Querétaro, Mexico–based architects Anonimous and G3 Arquitectos aimed to create an aesthetic effect comparable to that of a high-end resort through inexpensive means.
What sets Casa Selva apart from the other projects popping up across the popular tourist destination is its affordability. According to the development’s website, Casa Selva is meant to “meet the needs of rental housing for people who work in different tourist activities such as: hotels, bars, restaurants, tours, beach clubs, etc.” The design squeezes the maximum number of apartments within the lot without sacrificing privacy or quality of life.
