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San Mateo Master Plan

A sustainable master plan for a 304-hectare communal property in Naucalpan, integrating residential and service hubs within the natural landscape. Our innovative approach works with rugged topography and water systems to create a mixed-use community that enhances natural resources while forging a distinct identity within the region.
project Type
Mixed Use
location
Naucalpan, Estado de Mexico
client
SvN Urbanism SAPI
dates
2023 - present
expertise
Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture
Architectural rendering showing a modern campus development with green spaces, amphitheater-style terracing, and mixed-use buildings integrated into a hillside landscape.
Mixed Use

San Mateo Master Plan

Architectural rendering showing a modern campus development with green spaces, amphitheater-style terracing, and mixed-use buildings integrated into a hillside landscape.
project Type
Mixed Use
location
Naucalpan, Estado de Mexico
client
SvN Urbanism SAPI
dates
2023 - present
expertise
Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture
A sustainable master plan for a 304-hectare communal property in Naucalpan, integrating residential and service hubs within the natural landscape. Our innovative approach works with rugged topography and water systems to create a mixed-use community that enhances natural resources while forging a distinct identity within the region.
Aerial master plan rendering showing proposed urban development integrated into mountainous desert terrain.

Situated on communal ejidal land in Estado de México and bisected by the Chamapa-Lechería Highway, the San Mateo Master Plan embraces the site’s challenging terrain. Rather than imposing development, we work with the rugged topography and water runoff patterns in the ravines to root the community authentically in its landscape.

Architectural rendering of a public waterfront park featuring winding paths, recreational areas, and naturalized landscaping with purple jacaranda trees.

Our landscape-first strategy weaves together diverse programmatic hubs through natural systems. The plan integrates residential, educational, entertainment, and health facilities in ways that support and enhance the area’s natural resources. By aligning with existing topography and water flows, we foster organic, sustainable connections between uses.

Site development plan showing mixed-use campus with high-density housing, university buildings, community center, parks, sports zone, and conservation areas on sloped terrain.
3D site plan showing mixed residential development with walking paths, conservation areas, parks, and risk zones on a hillside terrain.
Architectural rendering of a modern urban plaza with wooden decking, green buildings, and communal seating areas where people gather and socialize.

The design creates a unique identity that sets San Mateo apart from other regional developments. Our conceptual master plan clearly communicates a vision to investors through sustainable, innovative programming that honors ejidal land traditions while addressing contemporary community needs. The mix of residential and service functions delivers a complete, vibrant community rather than isolated, single-use zones.

Architectural rendering of a mixed-use urban development featuring residential buildings, green spaces, and a dedicated cycling path with pedestrian walkways.
Architectural rendering of a mixed-use urban development featuring modern residential buildings, tree-lined streets, and pedestrian pathways at sunset.

Natural water runoff and elevation changes serve as organizing principles, guiding development to harmonize with drainage systems. This approach builds resilient infrastructure while preserving the landscape qualities that define this ejidal property’s character.

Architectural rendering of a modern terraced development featuring residential towers integrated with public green spaces and a decorative water feature.

By embracing the rugged terrain rather than resisting it, the San Mateo Master Plan demonstrates how thoughtful planning can foster vibrant communities that strengthen social ties and environmental health within Mexico’s ejidal framework.