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Guadalajara

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Architecture can not be submitted to fixed rules or conceptions, we believe in experimentation as a way for pushing the boundaries of the discipline, therefore we take every project, regardless of the scale as an opportunity to explore new issues.

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16OCT 2012

IJALTI_C Building / LEAP+MTQ & TAL

Posted in Architecture - Architecture by LEAP

Multipurpose skin.

At the moment of our intervention, the site had an existing structure: the C building of the Master Plan. This structure was built with its large facades oriented to the west and to the east, making it difficult to use as a software development center because of the uncontrolled light and solar heat gain.

Another problem of the original structure was the lack of emergency exits. To solve both problems was the aim of the proposal.

The project consists of two architectonic elements installed into the east and west facades, light metallic structures are attached to the existing concrete columns and perforated metal panels protect the existing windows from the sun.

The space in-between is used as a balcony for circulation with emergency exits at each end. It can also be used as a relaxing space, close to the working areas.

The design of the protective skin follows a pattern of triangular panels of perforated metal, this panels opens gradually in order to allow controlled views to the volcano and surrounding natural landscapes..

City:
Ciudad Guzman

Client:
IJALTI

Design team:
Heriberto Hernandez
Raul Juarez
David Bercovici
Carlos Villseñor
Ubaldo Arenas
Antonio Torres

Photographer:
Heriberto Hernandez

Status:
Completed

Website:
http://www.leap.mx/

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http://www.facebook.com/leap.architecture

Year:
2010

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