Residential
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Santa Cruz - Bolivia

Moneda China House

The Chinese Coin House is born from a deeply symbolic vision that unites heaven and earth through architecture. Inspired by the shape of the ancient Chinese coin—a circle within a square—this dwelling represents the connection between creativity (heaven) and security (earth).

The architectural elements evoke the Milky Way on its sides, radiating an intention of prosperity and balance. Its design is based on principles of sacred geometry and harmonic proportions obtained through the golden ratio (ϕ: 1.618), a constant found in nature and in the masterpieces of humanity.

The house was conceived according to ancestral wisdom that considers the interaction among the dwelling, nature, and the human being. Conscious placement is prioritized, locating the bedrooms away from areas affected by crossings of electromagnetic lines and underground currents.

The orientation follows the four cardinal points, distributing rooms according to their energetic hierarchy. The main door is strategically positioned to attract “chi,” the vital energy. This home not only offers a physical space but acts as an energetic battery for the health, well-being, and harmony of its inhabitants.

Construction area: 350
Use: Single family home
Project state: Completed
Year ended: 2012
Architect: Juan Carlos Menacho
Collaborator(s): Arq. Alejandra Stall
Arq. Martin Guerra
Arq. Marcelo Vargas
Arq. Bruna Schmidt
Arq. Carla Giménez
Arq. Silver Cava.
Photography: Enrique Menacho
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