At 228 Vázquez del Mercado Street, in the La Purísima neighborhood, an old mansion has taken on new life. This is Casa del Sol, a space that houses three different projects, but deeply connected by a common vision: to open a safe, accessible, and mold-free haven for all.
The project was founded by Belén Cucchiara, Ire Márquez, and Ery González, who, along with other partners, launched this initiative that combines health, creativity, and community. The project integrates three efforts: Alba Studio, Simo Café, and the non-profit organization Adultos Neurodiversos A.C., also known as REC KONECTA.
Alba Studio, led by Belén, is a yoga school that seeks to “anarchize the practice,” that is, to strip it of pretensions and stereotypes. The idea is that anyone can approach it without fear and explore the many branches of yoga, beyond the physical dimension. They currently offer morning classes from Tuesday to Friday, as well as afternoon sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are also preparing to include chair yoga for seniors and a summer course starting in July.
Simo Café, founded by Ire Márquez, Ery González, and their collaborators, defines itself as a diversity café. Inspired by the idea of the non-normative, it is a space created for all dissent and out-of-the-box expressions: “More than a specialty coffee shop, we are a diversity café,” says Ire. The café officially opened its doors with a warm and festive atmosphere and currently operates Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the possibility of expanding its hours based on customer response.
For its part, Neurodiverse Adults A.C. is an organization that has been working consistently for over a year and has organized 18 events. Made up of a community of neurodivergent people—and “not so much,” as its members humorously state—this initiative seeks to offer safe spaces for encounters, art, and emotional introspection. They are currently preparing to launch Saturday workshops, a summer theater course, and a creative lab focused on unexplored emotions.
Beyond their differences, the three projects share a philosophy: building community without labels. “We came here to be free, to laugh loudly, to share without fear,” says Ery González. For those who visit Casa del Sol, the experience can begin with a yoga class, continue with a coffee with friends, and culminate in an art or introspection workshop. The message from those leading these projects is clear: the doors are open to all who seek an authentic, loving, and free space.
Source: lja
