“The challenge was to create a serene oasis in a buzzing, chaotic city,” says Cesarman. “The owners have a lot of pets—birds, dogs, and cats—and they wanted them to be able to walk freely in the house and in the garden.”  Photo 4 of 5 in Modern Open-Plan Retreat in Mexico City by Monique Valeris

Modern Open-Plan Retreat in Mexico City

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“The challenge was to create a serene oasis in a buzzing, chaotic city,” says Cesarman. “The owners have a lot of pets—birds, dogs, and cats—and they wanted them to be able to walk freely in the house and in the garden.”