Each of the buildings designed to match the colorful architecture common to Mexico were constructed from local materials. Techniques employed include earthen architecture combined with tiles, and even thatched gazebos. Built at elevation, the building’s are naturally lit and a breeze from the Pacific Ocean keeps them remarkably cool.
The resort, which employs 250 people and consists of La Loma guesthouse, most popular among star guests such as Tom Cruise and Madonna, smaller though no less grand casitas and villas, and an organic farm, is also the base for several environmental protection programs. These ensure the continued existence of numerous fauna and flora including 70 species of mammals, 68 reptiles, and 19 amphibians.
Although we balk a bit at the elitist nature of the Cuixmala resort, it does meet the three pillars of sustainability, which requires the reconciliation of environmental, social and economic demands. It’s just that very few people will get to experience it!
+ Robert Couturier
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The breathtaking Cuixmala Resort in Mexico is a working organic farm and sustainable retreat for affluent visitors. Billionaire Sir James Goldsmith initially purchased this 25,000 acre land parcel in the late 1980s in order to establish the Chamela-Cuixmala Biosphere Reserve and protect its resident endangered species from human encroachment. He soon commissioned Robert Couturier to design a a series of semi-ecological casitas and villas for his friends and family, which took two years to complete…
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This palatial resort was originally designed as a luxury playground for billionaire Sir James Goldsmith.
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It was also established as a 25,000 acre nature reserve that protects a variety of endangered species.
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The project took two years to build and employeed thousands of local employees.
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The buildings were made from locally sourced materials.
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And were styled after bright and playful Mexican architecture.
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The resort consists of La Loma and varies casitas and villas.
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And employees 250 people.
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Although the furnishings are fit for kings, this resort does – surprisingly – meet the three pillars of sustainability (ecological, economical, and social).
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All of the food served at the resort is sourced from its own organic farm.
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We love the playful tile in this bathroom.
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In general, we balk at elitist projects like this.
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But this resort – which is naturally ventilated and lit – enables the protection of numerous fauna and flora species.
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It’s just that very few people will be able to experience it!
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