María Manuel Ponte
San José del Cabo, Mexico
Architect trained at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Coimbra, Portugal. Completed an exchange program at the University of Cagliari, Italy, focused on traditional earthen construction techniques. Master's thesis: "Earthen Architecture: The Influence of Design on the Durability of Structures." Has worked internationally in Guatemala (school construction using earth and bamboo) and Oaxaca, Mexico (integrating contemporary solutions with natural building techniques and community initiatives). Traveled Latin America studying traditional architecture. Now based in Baja California Sur.
Services
Architecture
Full architectural design from concept to construction documentation, blending tradition and innovation with bioclimatic principles.
Construction
Supervision of construction stages, optimizing time and budgets with transparency throughout the build process.
Remodeling
Renovation and reconfiguration of existing spaces while maintaining coherence with original architecture and character.
How we work
Consultation
Understanding your vision, lifestyle, and needs through conversations and data analysis.
Design
Developing integral proposals combining functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability with detailed architectural plans.
Execution
Supervising construction stages, optimizing time and budgets with transparency.
Portfolio
Natural architecture in the desert
Each project is an opportunity to demonstrate that architecture can be both extraordinarily beautiful and deeply respectful of its environment. In Baja California Sur, this means working with rammed earth, bamboo, local stone and bioclimatic techniques that keep spaces naturally cool.
Transform your space
At Symbiótica we don't just design spaces, we create environments that inspire and resonate with your unique story. Contact us for a no-commitment initial consultation.
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