The project reimagines urban resilience through a botanical solution. This community garden and botanical centre showcases alternative building methods that can lessen the impact of earthquakes, such as the devastating 1985 Mexico City earthquake.

By cultivating a local ecosystem in previously dry, post-earthquake zones, the project harnesses the power of plant roots. These roots trap moisture and bind the loose lakebed soil, improving stability. Additionally, the program focuses on cultivating plants suitable for timber construction, promoting an undervalued yet sustainable building material that aligns with South America’s rich biodiversity.