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Genomi-k San Jeronimo headquarters Mexico.

Design Team:  Sonia Gomez / Patricia Aleman
Construction team: WLLRS arquitectos  

This project centered on designing the new headquarters for Genomi-k a cutting edge biotechnology company specializing in genetic testing, newborn screening, and auditory and cardiac diagnostics—in Monterrey, Nuevo León.

The design needed to embody the essence of Genomi-k: a company grounded in scientific precision and medical progress, yet guided by a simple, noble mission—to save lives and improve the well-being of others. This ethos was not just a backdrop, but the very foundation of the architectural narrative.

To honor that mission, the company’s core values were thoughtfully inscribed onto key walls throughout the space—transforming them into architectural manifestos. These walls became daily reminders for every team member: why they do what they do, and who they’re doing it for. Because there is nothing more rewarding than knowing your work might one day save a life or transform its quality for the better.

These values include:

– The patient’s health above all else.
– Passion for finding solutions for our clients.
– Every sample tells a story.
– My teammate comes before me.
– Big goals take time.
– Problems are meant to be solved—and learned from.
– Recognition is earned through merit.
– Simplicity in how we work.
– Change is our greatest ally.
– We never stop learning.

The design speaks a language of contemporary clarity and serene innovation—a place where simplicity meets soul. The layout revolves around a large, open-plan floorplate designed to dissolve silos and spark collaboration. At its heart lies a central architectural gesture: a sculptural staircase–platform hybrid, acting as both the “soul” and social spine of the office. It’s a place to work, to brainstorm, to take a breath, to connect. One can grab a coffee, host a TED-style talk, or celebrate a holiday gathering—all in this vibrant core of the project.

​Construction Time: 7 Weeks 

One of the main features of this project is that it was built in six weeks, covering an area of 430 square meters.

The design process started months earlier, so by the time construction began, the furniture was already being produced. The design was also carefully planned using prefabricated materials. We had a great team working night shifts to allow us to complete the work twice as fast as a regular construction project, while also minimizing noise disruptions for the building’s tenants. Genomi-k is a great example of our team’s excellence in design, planning, and execution—going above and beyond in results, budget efficiency, experience, and client satisfaction.