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Creative Architecture & Design · Lake Atitlán

A commitment to innovation and sustainability

Handcrafted homes and community-enriching projects, co-created with our clients for over 30 years.

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Our studio

Tierra Linda is a pioneering firm that seamlessly merges creativity and functionality to redefine architectural excellence.

30+years at Lake Atitlán
21featured projects
100%co-created with clients
Living room with a fireplace, comfortable couches and warm lighting.
30+ yearsDesigning for the Lake Atitlán basin
Services

A passion for creating spaces

Our comprehensive suite of professional services caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from homeowners to commercial developers.

  1. 01

    Renovation and restoration

    Breathing new life into existing homes and heritage buildings with care for their character.

  2. 02

    Consulting

    Pre-purchase planning studies, property inspections and appraisals around the lake.

  3. 03

    Continuous Support

    On-site supervision, weekly progress reports and change orders through to completion.

  4. 04

    Project Management

    Detailed budgets, fixed labor bids, Gantt schedules and audited monthly balances.

  5. 05

    Architectural Solutions

    Architecture, interior, landscape and urban design for homes and communities.

Molly Molander and crew at a building under construction.
Our approach

Co-creation is vital to the success of a project.

We talk with our clients to be able to draw our ideas from their own views, fantasy and inspiration for the project.

Tierra Linda Architecture is an established architect firm in the Lake Atitlán area for over 30 years. Our practice focuses on creating environments that honor and elevate individuals and communities. We share our energies between building handcrafted homes and community-enriching projects.

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Selected work

Homes shaped by the lake and its people

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A bright kitchen with views of the lake and volcanoes.

Casa Paloma

Residential
Aerial view of a house with a distinct red roof surrounded by greenery.

Casa Selah

Residential
A house perched on a cliff with a view of the water below.

Patziac

Residential
Hospitalito Atitlán, a layered-roof clinic surrounded by greenery.

Hospitalito

Community
A contemporary building with an arched entrance.

Ajachel

Residential
A sunlit interior with wooden beams and a view of Lake Atitlán.

Pilita Azul

Residential
Resources

With an array of resources

Our comprehensive suite of professional services caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from homeowners to commercial developers.

Render of a wooden patio with a hammock overlooking a pool, the lake and mountains.

Architects

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Design Studio
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Blog

  • A world of thought-provoking articles.
  • Case studies that celebrate architecture.
  • Exclusive access to design insights.
Molly’s blogs
Molly Molander on site.

Architect & Builder

  • Molly Molander, from Chicago.
  • Over 30 years at Lake Atitlán.
  • Architecture and construction under one roof.
About Molly
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Tierra Linda has saved us thousands of hours of work and has unlocked insights we never thought possible.
Hospitalito Atitlán
Start your project

Let’s co-create a space that feels like yours.

The initial meeting is free of charge, with no obligation. We’ll discuss your project’s scope and our approach to find out if we’re a good match.

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