Enrique García Tinoco
Enrique García Tinoco got his architecture degree in 2014 from the School of Engineering and Architecture at the National Polytechnic Institute (ESIA Tecamachalco, State of Mexico). His technical and architectural design training is complemented by various seminars and specializations, including a Management Seminar at the Universidad del Valle de México (2021) and a Construction Management Certification from Tecnológico de Monterrey (2023).
Since childhood, Enrique has a strong connection to Puerto Escondido—a place his family visited even before he was born, and which gradually became home. Although he spent his early years in Mexico City, his family relocated permanently to Puerto Escondido when he was ten. From that point on, he split his life between the two places: attending middle and high school on the Oaxacan coast, then returning to the capital for university before eventually settling back in Puerto Escondido to establish his career.
Upon his return, he joined the department of public works of the local government, where he worked for a couple of years. This experience led him to start working independently, initially taking on small commissions and remodels. In 2016, he completed his first full-scale project: a residential renovation that marked the formal beginning of his professional practice.
That same year, he began collaborating with a real estate developer with architectural training. Their professional relationship grew stronger through projects such as Barra Tortuga and Casa Alegría—GARQUITEG’s first full commissions. The sudden passing of his collaborator marked a turning point, which Enrique faced by taking full responsibility for the ongoing projects. Thanks to his leadership, both works were completed successfully, and the recognition earned by Casa Alegría helped generate referrals, fueling the firm’s continued growth.
Today, GARQUITEG has designed 66 projects and built 23, establishing itself as an architectural office with a distinct identity, deeply committed to the territory and local culture. Its focus is clear: to build from Puerto Escondido an architecture with character, technical rigor, and contextual understanding—one that engages with tradition and projects it onto a global vision.
Since childhood, Enrique has a strong connection to Puerto Escondido—a place his family visited even before he was born, and which gradually became home. Although he spent his early years in Mexico City, his family relocated permanently to Puerto Escondido when he was ten. From that point on, he split his life between the two places: attending middle and high school on the Oaxacan coast, then returning to the capital for university before eventually settling back in Puerto Escondido to establish his career.
Upon his return, he joined the department of public works of the local government, where he worked for a couple of years. This experience led him to start working independently, initially taking on small commissions and remodels. In 2016, he completed his first full-scale project: a residential renovation that marked the formal beginning of his professional practice.
That same year, he began collaborating with a real estate developer with architectural training. Their professional relationship grew stronger through projects such as Barra Tortuga and Casa Alegría—GARQUITEG’s first full commissions. The sudden passing of his collaborator marked a turning point, which Enrique faced by taking full responsibility for the ongoing projects. Thanks to his leadership, both works were completed successfully, and the recognition earned by Casa Alegría helped generate referrals, fueling the firm’s continued growth.
Today, GARQUITEG has designed 66 projects and built 23, establishing itself as an architectural office with a distinct identity, deeply committed to the territory and local culture. Its focus is clear: to build from Puerto Escondido an architecture with character, technical rigor, and contextual understanding—one that engages with tradition and projects it onto a global vision.
Team
GARQUITEG is an architectural design and construction firm led by Enrique García Tinoco, with a specialized focus on residential projects—both single-family and multi-family—as well as hospitality developments for short, mid, and long-term stays by the beach. The firm primarily operates in the state of Oaxaca, particularly in Puerto Escondido. Its mission is to work with clients who value regional design and seek a professional, well-structured collaborative experience. GARQUITEG’s team of professionals guides clients through the entire process, from planning to architectural construction, drawing on nine years of experience in the field.
The firm’s philosophy integrates planning and construction with on-site supervision and quality control, making technical adjustments to ensure efficient coordination with suppliers. One of its core principles is to closely link architecture to its context, selecting appropriate materials and using the craft of construction as a powerful tool to create lasting, meaningful spaces.
GARQUITEG emphasizes the importance of thoughtful design and efficient workflows to optimize budgets and achieve low maintenance costs, offering clients architecture that inspires—born from the beauty of blending architectural styles with vernacular elements and the authenticity of materials.
The firm’s philosophy integrates planning and construction with on-site supervision and quality control, making technical adjustments to ensure efficient coordination with suppliers. One of its core principles is to closely link architecture to its context, selecting appropriate materials and using the craft of construction as a powerful tool to create lasting, meaningful spaces.
GARQUITEG emphasizes the importance of thoughtful design and efficient workflows to optimize budgets and achieve low maintenance costs, offering clients architecture that inspires—born from the beauty of blending architectural styles with vernacular elements and the authenticity of materials.