Carlos H. Matos

Carlos H. Matos (b. 1983) blends architecture and sculpture to probe the boundaries of function, scale, and materiality within the built environment. Based in Mexico City, his practice examines the intersection of abstract forms and architectural elements, stripping them of their traditional contexts to challenge their purpose and meaning. Drawing inspiration from Mesoamerican cultures, Mexico’s pre-Hispanic heritage, and mid-20th-century modernist architecture, Matos creates works that evoke quasi-fictional worlds where ruins, rituals, and routines unfold. He utilizes materials such as volcanic stone, concrete, and aluminum, collaborating with artisans skilled in traditional construction methods like hand-chiseling and sand casting. Far from offering a nostalgic look at the past, these techniques allow him to investigate new aspects of form and space.