Nature as Foundation
Every design begins with the landscape. We study the light, the flora, the rhythm of the seasons-then build in harmony.
About the Firm
Architecture is the art of making space feel inevitable.
At Selva Design Lab, we believe the best spaces feel as though they've always existed - as natural as the landscape that surrounds them.
Principal Architect
Selene Varela Serra
A licensed architect practicing in Miami, Florida, Selene holds degrees in architecture from institutions in both Mexico and the United States - a binational education that shapes her distinctive approach to design.
Her portfolio spans hotels, restaurants, and high-end residences across three countries, each project unified by a singular belief: well-designed spaces have the power to transform how we live.
Selene's signature lies in the details - intricate brickwork patterns inspired by Latin American traditions, cobogó screen walls that filter tropical light, and integrative spaces where indoor and outdoor blur into one continuous experience.
Education
Architecture (MX & US)
Licensed
State of Florida
Experience
10+ Years
Projects
3 Countries
Our Approach
Design Philosophy
Craft Over Trend
Intricate brickwork, screen walls, handmade tiles. We favor materials with soul over fleeting aesthetics.
Space as Experience
Architecture should move you-literally and emotionally. Each room is a journey, each transition a moment of discovery.
How We Work
From Vision to Reality
01
Discovery
Site analysis, client vision, natural context
02
Concept
Hand sketches, spatial studies, material palettes
03
Development
3D modeling, technical drawings, detail resolution
04
Realization
Construction oversight, artisan coordination, finishing
Our Signature
Elements We Love
Across every project, certain design elements recur-not from repetition, but from a deep appreciation for their timeless beauty.
Intricate Brickwork
Patterns and timeless craftsmanship
Screen Walls
Cobogó elements that filter tropical light
Natural Integration
Where indoor and outdoor become one
Ready to Begin?
Every great space starts with a conversation. Tell us about your vision, and let's explore the possibilities together.
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