I'm hearing that Mexico is having quite a few problems with crime.

when i said 'any' advice perhaps i misspoke.

when i said 'any' advice perhaps i misspoke.

Hi blackbook,

Here are some based firms in México City that you may want to look at it...

http://www.ten-arquitectos.com/

http://www.bgp.com.mx/

http://www.kalach.com/

http://www.jsa.com.mx/

http://www.productora-df.com.mx/

http://www.tatianabilbao.com/

http://www.at103.net/

http://www.lar-fr.com/

http://www.rojkindarquitectos.com/ UNDER CONSTRUCTION

AND MANY MORE THERE.....

México has great architects. About the crime problems that people have heard from México, I think that you have to go to México before say something like that.
It is true that there are problems but every country has it and I believe that you can find a job there more easily than USA.

Good luck...

I need some help moving toward maximum effort. how much?

just kidding around roberto--good luck to you

thank you TAEX---great start---is it true that work visas are difficult to come by if you are not being transferred by a firm outside of mexico?

I'd [selfishly] prefer that this thread stayed more general in terms of past experience, wisdom, and insight into the process of working in a mexican office or living in mexico city as a foreigner, job opportunities would be great but lets not turn this into a posting of resumes and the like.

There us also historic preservation work to consider if you just want to be working down there, but I assume you are looking to do something different.

TAEX listed some great firms. Sorry but I have no insight on getting a work visa. Good luck.

Hello guys,

I think this link can help to everyone who is foreign and who wants to work in Mexico.

http://www.inm.gob.mx/EN/index.php?page/If_you_intend_to_engage

hope this helps

good luck

Getting permanent working papers is fairly difficult, but you might look into the 1-year visa through nafta.

As for living there - Mexico City has good and bad as do all cities. Crime is a problem, but the city is the least affected by drug violence. Be watchful and avoid walking alone in certain areas. Culturally the city has amazing things to offer, and it can be incredibly fun. I would definitely go there if you have the chance. Of course I grew up there and go back as often as I can, so I am biased.

Another firm to check out is: Arquitectura911sc They do a lot of urban research and design, and have participated in many biennales.

To see a different side of the city look through photographer Adam Wiseman's photos.

Sarah....damn I learned something new about you!

I have an uncle with a ranch in Mexico in the State of Senora near Alamos. He is an adventurer...lived in Haiti, Alaska, ran with the bulls in Spain. I always thought it would be fun to do a little architecture for him in Mexico.

I interned at a firm in Mexico City last year. I cannot speak about visas as I was in Mexico as a "Tourist" and got paid under the table. I loved the city, the vibrancy, the culture, the food (just don't eat meat from street vendors). As a foreigner I felt very welcome and surprisingly safe. Most of the violence we here about happens in the border towns. It really helps if you speak Spanish though.