Latitude 20 Architecture.
Sonia Alvarez & Andrea Bacher lead a Placencia-based studio designing luxury residences, resorts, commercial developments, and private island retreats across Belize.
Design that answers to the property, the sun and the sea.
Latitude 20 Architecture specializes in creating exceptional architectural designs that blend functionality with aesthetic excellence. With more than three decades of combined experience across the peninsula, we bring your vision to life — from a single beach villa to a multi-building resort.
Creating innovative spaces for modern living
Residential Design
Custom home designs tailored to your lifestyle — from oceanfront villas to family homes rooted in the peninsula's terrain.
Commercial Projects
Innovative solutions for business spaces — hospitality, retail and mixed-use developments built for the Caribbean climate.
Consulting
Design solutions and project management guiding your build from concept and permitting through completion.
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"Sonia Alvarez-Leza is very talented - she has designed several hotel suites for us and we plan on using her again. She has cutting edge designs and knows the newest and latest of what is happening in the architecture world. Placencia is very lucky to have her and I highly recommend her."
"Our company Manaka Landscape Design works with Sonia since 2017 on different projects on the Peninsula and it is a real pleasure to work with such a talented, creative and professional architect... yet very humble, simple and opened to collaboration."
"Sonia is amazing. Every design she provides continues to amaze me. 12/10!"
"Latitude 20 Architecture is the premier architectural studio on the Placencia Peninsula. Exceptional design, vision, and attention to detail from concept to reality."
"Outstanding architectural work in Placencia. Professional, innovative, and highly recommended for custom tropical designs."
Meet our principal team
Brands that stand out in Belize
We take pride in having brought the vision to life for Belize's most respected resort brands and commercial properties.
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Send us a messageOver 30 years designing along the Belizean coast.
Latitude 20 is a premier architecture firm based in Placencia, Belize, with over 30 years of combined experience in design and construction.
A firm shaped by the peninsula
Led by Sonia Alvarez, the Principal Architect, the firm has completed over 100 projects, including custom residences, commercial developments, and luxury resorts. Sonia's expertise is renowned across the Caribbean, with a portfolio that includes iconic projects like Turtle Inn, Blue Reef Beach Restaurant and Bar, and Naia Resort.
Latitude 20 specializes in sustainable and innovative architectural designs, incorporating eco-friendly practices and passive solar techniques. Their projects are celebrated for seamlessly blending with Belize's natural beauty, offering clients a balance of modern luxury and environmental harmony. Most recently, Latitude 20 has been involved in designing The Elements, a luxury waterfront development in Placencia that exemplifies the firm's commitment to world-class architecture and refined aesthetics.
Sonia Alvarez, Principal Architect
Sonia Alvarez brings over two decades of experience to her craft, specializing in luxury and high-end architectural projects. Based in Placencia, Belize, her portfolio showcases landmark designs, including Turtle Inn, Blue Reef Beach Restaurant and Bar, and Naia Resort.
Renowned for her innovative approach, Sonia integrates sustainable building techniques and site-specific designs, creating structures that harmonize with Belize's natural beauty while meeting the highest standards of luxury. With over 100 completed projects, the firm excels in residential, commercial, and resort design that emphasizes eco-friendly solutions and timeless aesthetics.
Building on the Placencia Peninsula
Working on the Placencia Peninsula has provided Latitude 20 with unique opportunities and challenges. This region, known for its natural beauty and growing prominence as a luxury destination, has inspired designs that balance modern elegance with environmental harmony. The peninsula's diverse terrain — from beachfronts to lagoons — has allowed the firm to craft site-specific architecture that maximizes views and blends structures seamlessly into their surroundings. Rising demand from expats and tourists has driven the need for high-end residences and resorts, and Latitude 20 continues to shape the region's architectural identity.
Our latest projects
A curated portfolio of luxury resorts, coastal estates, and landmark architectural designs across the Placencia Peninsula and beyond.
Beach front villas
Latitude 20 specializes in designing and building luxury beach villas in Placencia, Belize, blending modern elegance with the natural beauty of the Caribbean coast.
Open-concept living, built for the tropics
These villas are crafted with precision, incorporating open-concept layouts, high-end finishes, and sustainable materials to ensure both comfort and longevity in the tropical environment. Led by Principal Architect Sonia Alvarez, with over 20 years of experience, Latitude 20 delivers bespoke designs that maximize ocean views, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
From expansive terraces to infinity pools and custom interiors, each villa reflects timeless sophistication tailored to meet the needs of discerning clients.
"At Latitude 20, we are driven by a passion for creating exceptional living spaces that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living. We meticulously consider every detail, from the flow of space and the selection of premium materials to the integration of sustainable practices, ensuring each residence is a unique masterpiece."
Brands that stand out in Belize
Well known brands that stand out in Belize — we can proudly say we brought their vision to life.
Our services
Full-range architectural services — from first sketch to final finish — tailored to Belize's climate and coastline.
Residential
Custom home design tailored to your lifestyle, from single-family homes to multi-villa estates.
Commercial
Innovative solutions for business spaces — hospitality, restaurants and mixed-use development.
Consulting
Design solutions and project management guiding your build from permitting through completion.
Sustainable, site-specific design — from the first sketch.
Latitude 20 specializes in sustainable and innovative architectural designs, incorporating eco-friendly practices and passive solar techniques. Our projects are celebrated for seamlessly blending with Belize's natural beauty, offering clients a balance of modern luxury and environmental harmony.
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16 Placencia Rd, Placencia, Belize
16°36'25.2"S · 88°21'15.4"W