FERNANDA CANALES

As part of the Dezeen Awards 2024 longlist, the home for elderly residents designed by Fernanda Canales in the Sonoran Desert is recognized for its sensitive approach to care, climate, and community life. The publication highlights how the project employs circular geometries, courtyards, and perforated brick walls to create gathering spaces protected from the extreme climate, fostering well-being, natural ventilation, and a connection to the border landscape.