CASA ARBOL (Jungle House) – Tulum, Beach Zone, Riviera Maya, Mexico

Placing the structure on wooden stilts not only transports guests to the very heart of the jungle – both physically and mentally – but also ensured local flora and fauna went untouched in the construction process, an important factor for the Papaya Playa Project. “Sustainability means life for future generations and integrity for the current one.” “Elevating the structure encourages the growth of jungle plants around the treehouse and ensures the building does not interfere with nature; we wanted to show the utmost respect to all the flora and fauna living in the jungle when building the treehouse.”

The interiors of the treehouse mirror the visual identity of the resort’s other accommodation and public spaces. Locally sourced materials and recycled wood mingle with simple furnishings, while white macramé detailing gives the structure a special charm and unique appearance. The windows offer 360 degree views over the lush jungle and the jade-blue waters of the Caribbean. Fusing the beach with the jungle was an important element in the location of the structure for the Papaya Playa Project. “Our mission is to promote a holistic and spiritual life, consciously responsible with nature and with their community. We also wanted to create spaces where guests experience the beauty all around them, physically and emotionally.”