Amida—located in Santa María, Panama—takes its name from the Spanish phrase "a la medida" (tailor-made), reflecting the core idea behind its design. The creative process behind the project focused on how to develop vertical architecture that feels both cohesive and distinctive; architecture that understands its urban context while also responding to the individuality of each resident.

From the outset, the goal was to design a building that communicates a strong architectural identity on the outside, while extending that same language into the interior. The challenge was to maintain a sense of unity without sacrificing variety. To achieve this, the design draws on a subtle, restrained palette of materials and colors—selected not only for their aesthetic quality but also for their ability to quietly shape daily experiences.

This quiet materiality allowed for a focus on craftsmanship and detail—on the precise way one material meets the next, how transitions are resolved, and how the atmosphere of each space is shaped through small but intentional gestures.

"Amida is ultimately an exercise in balance: between structure and subtlety, form and function, individuality and cohesion."