Alma Juana by Martín Gómez

Alma Juana bears the signature of Martín Gómez, the architect who defined much of José Ignacio's aesthetic, and that shows in every decision: noble materials, low scale and a fluid relationship between interior and exterior. Two blocks from the sea, in La Juanita, the project offers two- and three-bedroom apartments, all with their own terrace or garden and a barbecue area, some with sea views. The services complete the experience: pool, gym, laundry, maintenance, housekeeping and security. With its recent handover in November 2025, it established itself as the contemporary alternative to the village: same atmosphere, younger spirit. For those who want signature design just steps from the beach, it's one of the neighborhood's finest achievements.

The building sits right in the heart of La Juanita, two blocks from the sea and five minutes from the village of José Ignacio. La Juanita is today the trendiest area of Uruguay's east coast: a neighborhood of forest and sandy streets that has kept its simple spirit while filling up with artisan bakeries, yoga studios and design houses. That atmosphere — the same village landscape, with a younger, less formal spirit — explains why projects in the area combine personal use and rental income so well: demand for quality rentals outstrips supply throughout the whole season. Alma Juana offers exactly that: signature design steps from the beach, in the neighborhood of the moment.

Alma Juana bears the signature of Martín Gómez, the architect who defined much of José Ignacio's contemporary aesthetic, and that shows in every decision: low scale, noble materials and a fluid relationship between interior and exterior. The building offers two- and three-bedroom apartments —the three-bedroom units run around 120 m²—, all with their own terrace or garden and a barbecue area, some with sea views. Handover took place in November 2025, so the product is brand new or recently delivered. The service package is complete for the building's scale: pool, gym, laundry, maintenance, housekeeping service and security, designed so the unit runs on its own when the owner is away.

Alma Juana's case rests on two pillars. First, the name: Martín Gómez's projects carry real brand recognition in the José Ignacio market, where his architecture is part of the place's identity, and that supports resale value. Second, the format: apartments with their own garden or terrace and barbecue area, in a neighborhood where almost all the supply is houses, fill a niche with little competition — for those who want the José Ignacio experience without the cost or upkeep of a house. Housekeeping, maintenance and laundry services make managing seasonal rentals easier. Recent delivery, a location two blocks from the sea and an intimate scale round out a solid product for mixed use.

• Design by Martín Gómez's studio, a benchmark of José Ignacio architecture
• Two blocks from the sea, right in La Juanita
• Units with a terrace or private garden and barbecue area
• Recently delivered: November 2025
• Design by Martín Gómez Arquitectos
• Underfloor radiant heating in all units
• Sea and lagoon views from the terraces