Mexican Architecture

Summer 2027 at Campus Querétaro

Where tradition meets innovation.

Experience Mexican Architecture this Summer at Campus Querétaro!

In the heart of Mexico, you will explore the legacy of world renowned architects while engaging with contemporary design practices.

Build, discover, and be inspired, expanding your global perspective through architecture, culture, and creativity.

Explore single-family housing rooted in Mexican tradition: patios, light and vibrant colors, and discover a unique perspective on Mexican architecture.

Through this program you will explore how to integrate social, cultural, environmental, and technical considerations into architectural design, while balancing aesthetic sensibility and functionality.
Complementing the academic experience, you will also enjoy exclusive visits to iconic and contemporary works of Mexican architecture.

Program Structure

AR2009B. Single Family Home

4 Tec credits

The program consists of the architecture course, Single Family Home, which offers an academic load of 4 Tec credits (6.6 ECTS or 4 US credits).

Note. Program taught in English.

Academic Visits and Field Trimps

A 3-day trip to Mexico City for exclusive visits to Luis Barragán’s Studio House, Casa Prieto and contemporary houses by Goma Haus, and cultural trips in Querétaro.

Luis Barragán’s Studio House

Built in 1948 and located in Mexico City, it was the home and workspace of Mexico’s Pritzker Prize-winning architect Luis Barragán.

It is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece of light, space, and color.

Pedregal House (Prieto House)

A Luis Barragán’s residential project.

One of Barragán’s residential projects, that blends Mexican tradition with modernist design principles. Barragán designed the entire home, gardens, preserving existing native plants and worked around the iron-hard rock for which the area is famous.

Goma Haus

Contemporary houses.

Experience contemporary Mexican architecture through visits to innovative single-family homes designed by Goma Haus. Their main focus is on integrating their projects with natural surroundings and use traditional materials and geometric forms.

5 weeks in the vibrant city of Queretaro

Activity	Date
Nomination deadline	May 14, 2027
Application deadline	May 21, 2027
Classes begin	June 28, 2027
Classes end	July 30, 2027

Student profile	Cost
Exchange students*	$2,200 USD
Independent students	$4,700 USD

*Nominated by a partner institution. The cost of the program already reflects the tuition waiver for exchange students.

The program includes:

Tuition*
Shared bedroom on campus Residence Halls
A 3-day trip to Mexico City* with exclusive visits to Luis Barragán’s Studio House, Casa Prieto and contemporary houses by Goma Haus
Cultural trips in Querétaro
Transportation to academic and cultural visits
Tickets to all scheduled visits and events
Student Arrival Kit

*Note. Does not include accommodation during the 3-day trip to Mexico City.

Ready for the adventure?

Check the admission requirements and star your application or contact us if you need more information. Contact us: studyinmexico@itesm.mx

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