Insurgente Brewery is a 6,500 square foot brewing facility, tasting room, kitchen and beer garden located in the Zona Rio district of Tijuana, Baja California. The project has been executed into two project phases, one for the outer shell construction and completion of the brewing facilities, and a second phase for the completion of the tasting room, rooftop beer garden and shop. The region's vibrant craft beer scene has emerged as a symbol of the region's cultural diversity and creativity and has helped to promote Baja California's unique cultural and culinary heritage. This building has been forged into a landmark destination that has helped solidify Tijuana’s role as a strong cultural and economic force in Baja California and in Mexico.

The concept of the project was driven by the process of making beer becoming the main focus and showcase. From all levels and areas, the visitor can experience and be aware of the making of beer, whether its from the glycol tubes at the main entrance, to sitting at the mezzanine level guardrail seating to see the brewers in action below, to the rooftop beergarden skylights, that project up to become tables for visitors to see the activity below. From the rooftop, visitors have a 360 degree view of the city and can witness the latest growth of the urban fabric of Tijuana.

In addition to being open to the public, the brewery has become a space where people can gather for tours, live music and public speaking events, which has helped reinforce a new identity for Tijuana that embraces creativity and positive change.

Recipient of the ‘23 AIA Honor Award for Tijuana Projects from the American Institute of Architects, San Diego Chapter.

Construction and video timelapse by Diego Martínez Estens

Construcción y video por Diego Martínez Estens