Comprehensive design and densification. Turin Building by C2D
15/12/2021.
[Mexico City] Mexico
metalocus, VALERIA OZUNA
metalocus, VALERIA OZUNA
The residential project "Turin Building" designed by C2D, has been developed under the premise of being a residential building located in Colonia Juarez, a Mexican neighborhood built as an aristocratic enclosure of mansions of the nineteenth century.
This building consists of four unique housing typologies, distributed over four levels, including parking and outdoor areas. Through a subtle integration with the historic context, the composition and design decisions were guided by the careful study of the use of local and timeless materials.
This building consists of four unique housing typologies, distributed over four levels, including parking and outdoor areas. Through a subtle integration with the historic context, the composition and design decisions were guided by the careful study of the use of local and timeless materials.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Turin Building by C2D. Photograph by Camila Cossio.
Ground floor plan. Turin Building by C2D.
Floor type - level 1 and 2. Turin Building by C2D.
Third floor. Turin Building by C2D.
Fourth floor. Turin Building by C2D.
Section A-A'. Turin Building by C2D.
Axonometry. Turin Building by C2D.
For the C2D studio, one of the most important objectives of this project was to densify and make the most of the urban property that was in disuse.
The project decisions were not only guided by aesthetics and functionality but also the consideration of environmental factors, as well as the dimensional delimitations of the narrow plot, where every centimeter had to be taken advantage of.
The project decisions were not only guided by aesthetics and functionality but also the consideration of environmental factors, as well as the dimensional delimitations of the narrow plot, where every centimeter had to be taken advantage of.
Description of project by C2D
Edificio Turín is a four-story residential building in Colonia Juárez, one of the most architecturally rich neighborhoods in Mexico City. The project consists of four apartments, each on a complete floor and with different typologies.
One of the most important objectives of this project was to densify and make the most of the urban property that was in disuse. In addition, contributing to the constant regeneration of the area through a subtle integration with the historical context was the main criterion that guided the composition and design decisions. This was achieved through the careful study of the use of local and timeless materials, such as concrete, steel, and stone, materials that by their nature were not in contrast with the use of quarries and other stone materials of the adjacent buildings and the immediate context.
The vegetation is another important factor for the adequacy of the building with the context, since utilizing a planter on the facade the building becomes very friendly on a pedestrian scale, likewise, the tree in front of the building plays a very important role since in spring and summer the building goes unnoticed to the eye.
Both vertical and horizontal circulations play a very important role in the project; they function as a distribution axis between private and common areas in each apartment and their location in the general scheme helps to have efficient access to the building from the street as well as to each apartment.
The architectural design was done integrally, seeking not only aesthetics and functionality but also the consideration of environmental factors. The design and distribution of the facilities were designed to improve energy efficiency. The use of patios at the back and in the central part of the building helped us to create naturally ventilated and illuminated spaces. Water collection on terraces and patios is reused in the building for non-domestic use.
Another challenge presented by this project was the limited amount of land space, both in the project and in construction logistics, so every decision had to consider taking advantage of every centimeter, achieving good quality living spaces, and an efficient construction process.
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Builder
APEX.
Area
775 sqm.
Dates
2019.
Location
Colonia Juarez, Mexico City, Mexico.
Photography
Andrés Padilla Buerón, Pablo Desvignes Pérez-Borja. C2D
C2D is an architectural office where they work in the design of projects of different scales and uses. Their architecture is not defined by a current or a style, however, in each project there is a close relationship between site, structure, and architecture, looking for timelessness and character in the result.
They work closely with their clients, from the earliest stage to the delivery of the product, taking into account the circumstances of each project in terms of its needs and spatial characteristics, as well as the time, budget, and resources available.
They collaborate with a wide network of consultants and experts in diverse areas and have experience in costs, construction processes, construction execution, and regulations; they have developed efficient and reliable work methodologies for all those involved in the projects. They understand that each project is unique, and solutions are materialized through a customized analysis and planning process.
They work closely with their clients, from the earliest stage to the delivery of the product, taking into account the circumstances of each project in terms of its needs and spatial characteristics, as well as the time, budget, and resources available.
They collaborate with a wide network of consultants and experts in diverse areas and have experience in costs, construction processes, construction execution, and regulations; they have developed efficient and reliable work methodologies for all those involved in the projects. They understand that each project is unique, and solutions are materialized through a customized analysis and planning process.
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