A house that dialogues with its surroundings. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos
13/12/2023.
[Tandil - Buenos Aires] Argentina
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The architecture studio Guadagna arquitectos has been commissioned to design a compact building with five apartments located in the city of Tandil, province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The newly built building manages to blend in with the other homes, shops and premises in the neighborhood thanks to the type of volumetry chosen that perfectly matches the characteristics of the neighborhood.
The height and volume of the residential complex tries to adapt to the block where it is registered, which is currently in the process of being completed. The volume of the building takes the maximum height defined by code, resulting in a five-story structure. Edificio MAYO is projected as a building with contemporary and simple aesthetics thanks to the white color and the stained glass windows that run the height of the house.
The height and volume of the residential complex tries to adapt to the block where it is registered, which is currently in the process of being completed. The volume of the building takes the maximum height defined by code, resulting in a five-story structure. Edificio MAYO is projected as a building with contemporary and simple aesthetics thanks to the white color and the stained glass windows that run the height of the house.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Ground floor plan. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
First and second floor plan. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Third floor plan and terrace. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Roof floor plan. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Section. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Front view. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Rear view. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Volumetry. Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Due to the high temperatures, Guadagna arquitectos opts for terraces that act as a refuge from urban life, a space for leisure in the open air. On the top floor we find the terrace with a simple design where users have showers, a solarium and some grills.
A block of flats is projected where color plays an important role because it modifies productivity, inspires decision-making and shapes our perspective. An emerald color is chosen inside the balconies to create contrast and establish a game between the lights and shadows of the residence.
The MAYO building has five levels, on the lower level we find an access hall with a semi-covered patio and a space to leave bicycles. On the first and second floor we find the houses, on each of the floors there are two houses respectively. The third floor is intended exclusively for a single home due to the needs of the owners. On the top floor is the outdoor area where the residents of the residence can enjoy moments in the open air within the urban planning of the city.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
A block of flats is projected where color plays an important role because it modifies productivity, inspires decision-making and shapes our perspective. An emerald color is chosen inside the balconies to create contrast and establish a game between the lights and shadows of the residence.
The MAYO building has five levels, on the lower level we find an access hall with a semi-covered patio and a space to leave bicycles. On the first and second floor we find the houses, on each of the floors there are two houses respectively. The third floor is intended exclusively for a single home due to the needs of the owners. On the top floor is the outdoor area where the residents of the residence can enjoy moments in the open air within the urban planning of the city.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
Description of project by Guadagna arquitectos
The MAYO building is a compact building of five dwellings located on a lot between party walls measuring 10 meters in front and 16 meters in depth, in the city of Tandil, province of Buenos Aires. It is located in a passageway, on an atypical block in the consolidated urban fabric. This block is currently in the process of being completed. In relation to the neighborhood, it is a low-density fabric where houses, residential buildings, restaurants and stores of different scales coexist.
The volumetric definition of the project, the permeability of the first floor and the relationship of the voids with the urban space are linked to the characteristics of the neighborhood.
The volume of the building takes the maximum height defined by the builiding code, giving rise to the free plan on the ground floor and an elevated three-story box and garden terrace with common facilities above. The access hall was resolved with a semi- covered patio and bicycle rack. As a reminder of the construction process, the sign used in the fence was placed and the exposed concrete was left in the formwork with phenolic slabs. The metal gate screens the views and the entry of natural light into the hall. There are two units per floor. These dwellings take up the entire width of the lot. The units facing the street have a Northwest orientation and those facing the back are enhanced by the views of the hills landscape. On the 3rd level the assembly is atypical, since it is an entire floor. This decision is based on the programmatic needs of its owners.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
In the heat of the COVID-19 pandemic, roof gardens-terraces, have gained great prominence in urban life, acting as a shelter, a space for enjoyment or as an outdoor work space. For this reason, the fourth and last level contains two terraces. To the Northwest: a solarium with grill and showers, to the back another terrace with bathroom, laundry and expansion. This is the patio in height.
The building is built with a reinforced concrete structure and the enclosures with hollow ceramic brick masonry and finished with white plastic cladding.
As a sensory fact, color not only defines what we see, but also how we feel or how we think. Finally, we already know that it modifies productivity, inspires decision-making and shapes our perspective. To emphasize the full and empty spaces, supporting light and shadow, we chose to paint the inside of the balconies emerald green. Thus accentuating the white perforated box containing the units.
Edificio MAYO by Guadagna arquitectos. Photography by Luis Barandiaran.
The landscape housing allows for longer views, greater light entry and a better perception of spaciousness. The white color, the floor-to-ceiling glazed slits and the color detailing give the MAYO building a simple, contemporary aesthetic.
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Architects
Guadagna arquitectos. Architects.- Roberto Guadagna, Eugenia Guadagna, Nicolas Guadagna.
Area
435m².
Dates
2022.
Location
Tandil - Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Photography
Roberto Guadagna, Eugenia Guadagna, Nicolas Guadagna. Guadagna arquitectos
Guadagna arquitectos is an architecture studio based in the city of Tandil, province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The studio is currently made up of the architects Roberto Guadagna, Eugenia Guadagna and Nicolas Guadagna.
The course of the study in public and private management placed special emphasis on project quality, amounts and moments of investment together with execution terms. The objective, then, is to find the balance of all the parties to successfully carry out competitive projects that maintain their value over time.
The Study has placed special emphasis on Rationalism, concerned with the constant improvement of society and enhancing the quality of life, in search of interpreting the best relationship of the human being with the environment and generating new solutions that solve the problems of life. in society. They see there a nucleus of thought that cannot be abandoned but, on the contrary, certain avenues remain open and must continue to be explored.
The course of the study in public and private management placed special emphasis on project quality, amounts and moments of investment together with execution terms. The objective, then, is to find the balance of all the parties to successfully carry out competitive projects that maintain their value over time.
The Study has placed special emphasis on Rationalism, concerned with the constant improvement of society and enhancing the quality of life, in search of interpreting the best relationship of the human being with the environment and generating new solutions that solve the problems of life. in society. They see there a nucleus of thought that cannot be abandoned but, on the contrary, certain avenues remain open and must continue to be explored.
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