Casa Xaaninna

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Located in Macario Gomez, Tulum, within the Quintana Roo region of Mexico, the Casa Xaaninna Cultural Residency, also known as "xaan-in-ná" meaning "house of palms" in Maya, offers a serene and sustainable environment for artists, researchers, and curators from around the world. Since its inception in 2013, the residency has been driven by a personal artistic interest to explore and share alternative ways of existing within the contemporary globalized context, using the location itself as a live experiment. This residency is designed around principles of minimal architecture and sustainable living, featuring solar power, organic waste composting, and a low-impact housing model. It supports the creative and cultural exploration of its residents by providing a space that not only respects but integrates into the local ecosystem and cultural fabric. The residency invites artists to immerse themselves in the local Mayan culture while providing modern amenities to facilitate creative work. Residents at Casa Xaaninna are encouraged to engage with the local community and the vibrant natural surroundings which include white sand beaches, underground rivers, and Mayan ruins, making it a culturally rich backdrop for creative inspiration. The program offers flexibility in duration, from 15 days to 90 days, and is tailored to support artists with a self-directed approach to their creative processes.

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