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Javier Senosiain's Quetzalcóatl Park

Quetzalcóatl Park, an ongoing project by architect Javier Senosiain Aguilar near Mexico City, features serpentine designs inspired by nature and mythology. The park integrates structures like amphitheaters and a greenhouse into the landscape.

The park, initiated in 2007, showcases Senosiain's affinity for organic forms, frequently incorporating snake motifs, referencing the Aztec deity Quetzalcóatl. Structures include a mosaic-covered serpent waterfall, zigzagging pathways, and a topiary reptile.

Senosiain utilizes ferrocement, a technique involving a metal skeleton, wire mesh, and mortar, to achieve the fluid, curved shapes where walls and ceilings seamlessly blend.

While not fully open to the public, visitors can book tours or events. 'The Farm,' a cozy, inhabitable space built into a grassy mound, is available for private functions.

A spiral-shaped greenhouse on the property houses a vibrant garden, illuminated by a stained-glass roof. Its design emphasizes natural geometry and flowing shapes.

Senosiain's philosophy emphasizes human connection to nature, advocating for habitats that reflect our natural origins rather than creating unnatural environments.

Quetzalcóatl Park is one example of Senosiain's work, which also includes residential projects like 'El Tiburón' and apartment buildings like 'El Nido de Quetzalcóatl'.

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