In this week's comments update, readers are discussing Mexican architecture firm Estudio MMX's recently completed Progreso Museum of Geology and other top architecture and design stories.
The museum, based on a gridded pattern and made of multiple structures, has been clad in a finish called chukum that dates back to the Mayans and was chosen for its durability and low maintenance costs.
Underneath the roofs of the Progreso Museum of Geology, walkways wind through open-air sections with pools and gardens
"I'd kill to dip my toes in those pools"
Commenters were charmed by the project. Ken Steffes remarked that it showcases "a fantastic way to apply architectural history to a modern structure. Everything about it is visually pleasing and I'm sure the ocean breeze is equally pleasant throughout the entire structure". Fokkovander Veen agreed: "Poetic structuralism, a work of art indeed!"
"This is exquisite; I'd kill to dip my toes in those pools. An afternoon wandering these halls would be a rich experience", commented Jacob Volanski.
Dc2bcn also loved it but raised a note of caution, saying: "Beautiful, site-appropriate architecture. I can see this being extremely popular simply for its outdoor spaces. I really admire how much this building 'gives back' to its location and to the public. This aspect is very well done! Given the impending sea-level rise, I do question the appropriateness of building a place to safeguard artefacts so...