How much does it cost to build a house in Mérida?

The price per m2 ofconstruction of houses in MeridaIt is varied, the m2 of construction will depend on the finishes to choose, the location and the type of house to be built in Mérida, currently the price per square meter is around $9,333 MXN, considering a medium to high level of construction; this of course, will vary depending on other factors.

A medium, medium-high construction house, in general, refers to projects with plaster finishes, porcelain floors, closets, windows and glassware. Likewise, the bathrooms could have a material with a cost similar to tempered glass and taps (imported).

 

On the other hand, for real estate with a higher level, and even premium, the price per square meter of construction in Mérida is approximately $13,650. 00 MXN onwards. For this type of property, the finishes are usually with materials similar to rich and plaster, marble floors, tempered glass windows, doors, closets and wooden sinks, marble in the bathrooms, imported faucets and toilets and the possibility of an alarm system.

The cost per square meter of house construction in Mérida in the north zone ranges from $10,000.00 MXN to approximately $17,000.00 MXN, depending on the subdivision or neighborhood.

 

HOW TO REMODELE MY HOUSE IN MÉRIDA?

Before remodeling a house in Mérida it is necessary to have an Architect, we have qualified personnel, to carry out the construction procedures corresponding to the project, a preliminary project is first carried out, in Mérida construction permits are required, these permits also vary depending on the location of housing, in areas such as the historic center and surroundings, in addition to a building permit, INAH approval is needed. For this reason, the projects must be supervised by an Architect, once the preliminary project has been presented, the Architectural project  must be continued, followed by the executive project.

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CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

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Having a construction budget is essential to respect the construction programs, establishing the budget will help us take advantage of the resources from the architectural design, strategically choose the materials and finishes to be used to execute the project without problems or too many changes during construction. We accompany the client during the process of building his house to make the most of the resources without exceeding them, delivering a comprehensive budget.

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DRAFT

A set of preliminary plans is presented that present the idea of the project offering solution alternatives, functional, of form, of style and where the difference of a project is achieved to make a construction or the creation of a work. In it are contemplated: sketches, presentation of sheets, cuts and facades, volumetric model, perspectives and some details.

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Presenting this material, the main objective of a preliminary project is to convey the general idea of the work under study. To facilitate this task, it is accompanied by a written or visual memory, an estimated budget and a description of the methods that will be considered in the construction.

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DRAFT ELEMENTS 

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Conceptualization 

It consists of explaining to the principal or client what the process has been to reach the proposed solution. In this way, it intends to expose the concepts and arguments on which the decisions were based.

Architectural plans 

They are the guiding axis of the architectural design and the main sketch. They play an important role both in the preliminary project and in the service plan.

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Sections:

They show two necessary cuts, one transverse and one longitudinal. It is useful, for example, to demonstrate how sections pass through a bathroom to observe the slope of the plumbing fixture and the distance between the registers or the drain.

Elevations or facades 

Corresponds to the drawings of the main facade. Depending on the project, it can also include the design of the rear façade.

 

rooftop plant

This element is essential to analyze the operation of the storm drain. Observations should be made on the slopes and on the proposed downspouts.

 

Foundation and drainage plant

This sketch shows how the foundation, the drainage system and the location of the sanitary registers of the work will be.

 

Constructive details

To allow a better idea of remodeling and understanding of the plans, architectural details such as the reinforcement of the slab, columns or beams can be added. It is important that they are not excessive recommendations that cloud the concept of the project, but precise suggestions.

 

In order for the preliminary project to be approved without major changes, it is important that it is based on the client's needs and that it incorporates technical elements that increase the quality of the work. Our goal is to deliver an effective, sustainable solution that allows the building to have an optimal life cycle.

If you need advice on home remodeling in Mérida, project management and development, we suggest you review our Planconsult service or contact us directly.

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ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT

Set of plans, drawings, diagrams and explanatory texts used to capture (on paper, digitally, in a model or by other means of representation) the design of a building, before it is built.

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EXECUTIVE PROJECT

• Set of plans, documents and specifications that indicate the constructive solution and all the characteristics that the scheduled work will have and through which the correct execution of the actions, items and concepts can be guaranteed.

• Plan of the Land (Plan of Terraces or Topographies).

• Location and Location Plans.

• Joint Plant.

• Architectural Floor Plans.

• Plans of Sections, Facades and Elevations.

• Architectural Detail Plans.

• Outlook.

• Renders or Volumetries.

• Model.

• Structural Plans (Foundations, Columns, Beams and Slabs).

• Installation Plans (Hydrosanitary, electrical, fire, mechanical, special, voice and data, etc.).

• Finished Plans (Floors, Walls, Ceilings).

• Urbanization Plans (Ground Floor Plan: Exterior areas: sidewalks, gardens, facilities).

• Construction Detail Plans.

• Descriptive and Calculation Memories.

• Budget (Unit Prices, Catalog of Concepts).