Architecture in Mexico: Projects to Understand the Territory of Querétaro

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The state of Querétaro is located in the north-central region of Mexico, bordered by the states of San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Hidalgo, Estado de México, and Michoacán. Covering an area of 11,684 km², it is one of the most expansive regions in the country. Its capital is Santiago de Querétaro, which is also the state's most populous city. Among its most popular Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) are Bernal, Tequisquiapan, Jalpan de Serra, Cadereyta de Montes, San Joaquín, and Amealco de Bonfil. Additionally, the state boasts four UNESCO World Heritage sites and one entry on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list: the Historic Monuments Zone of Santiago de Querétaro, the Franciscan Missions of the Sierra Gorda, the Otomí Chapels, and the living traditions of the Otomí-Chichimeca culture, respectively.

There are many reasons why Querétaro has become one of the most visited states by both domestic and international tourists. Driven by growing interest and the expansion of its population and cities, contemporary Mexican architects have developed residential, cultural, recreational, and commercial projects that share common design languages, shaping the identity of Querétaro's new architecture. Below, we present a selection of residential, educational, healthcare, and hospitality projects located within this state, highlighting the ongoing development of contemporary Mexican architecture.