The mixed-use development was conceived within the premises of a traditional golf club in the city. The project has two main goals: to reclaim the historical relevance of the club in society and to revitalize the region, which currently falls short of its full potential. The complex encompasses residential units, hospitality facilities, retail spaces, and the restructuring of existing club buildings.
The project is organized into three main sectors: Mixed-use, Club, and Residential.
The initial interaction with the complex occurs through the mixed-use building, whose access has been modified to accommodate various vehicular and pedestrian flows. This strategy aims to activate the front space of the lot at different times, whether through ground-floor shops or the hotel component within the tower.
The building’s volumetrics establish a connection with the existing structures through two key movements: stepping, which relates with the height of the pre-existing house, and bending, which guides the observer toward the interior of the complex.
Historic buildings have been preserved because of their emotional significance and relevance to club members. The decision to retain them alongside the new constructions reinforces the commitment to preserving the club’s history recorded on its grounds. These structures will house common spaces for both condominium residents and club members.
One of the pre-existing buildings follows a modernist style, featuring a regular structure that allows unobstructed use of its interior. This building houses various indoor facilities, including a heated pool, sauna, massage rooms, gym, children’s playroom, game room, and a large event hall.
Within the club’s perimeter lies a scenic lake that attracts attention from the entire city. The vision for this area is to enhance the space and enable direct interaction with the water, while minimally impacting the natural landscape. Two structures contribute to this space: the barbecue pavilion and the open-air swimming pool.
Adjacent to the lake’s edge stands a building equipped with barbecue facilities and meeting spaces. Currently, this structure is significantly deteriorated and requires special attention to its structural integrity. The project preserves the original layout, function, and morphology, while updating the materials and systems to restore the building’s usability, accommodating up to three simultaneous events.
The area surrounding the barbecue pavilion includes outdoor amenities, such as playgrounds and sports courts, along with improved accessibility.
The outdoor pool area is a completely new construction: it is strategically positioned facing the lake, and its infinity edge gently extends from the natural topography. The pool features a dry deck, a wet deck, changing rooms, and a small bar. A portion of the changing room building pool is partially submerged, allowing its cover slab to be walkable, while maintaining unobstructed views of the lake.
Within the lot, we encounter a cluster of residential buildings. These structures are designed to maximize views of the lake, optimize sun exposure, and create open spaces for the housing units. Inspired by the undulating contours of golf courses, the volumetrics of these buildings are stepped, varying in height throughout the complex.
Despite residents having access to the club’s recreational facilities, gourmet spaces have also been made available for rent by condominium owners. Additionally, the continuous layout of the buildings creates several open plazas for communal interaction.
One of the premises of the development was to offer different housing typologies to prospective residents, including townhouses, duplexes, studios, and one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartments, with or without terraces.
The facades are treated differently between permanent structures and those intended for passage. For instance, the security checkpoint and changing rooms have a more neutral design, avoiding the prominence typically reserved for dwellings and accomodations buildings.
On the other hand, the new permanent constructions, such as residential towers and hospitality facilities, share a similar architectural language. The floors extend beyond the building’s volume, creating a suspended ring over the terraces. Additionally, the side facades feature recesses, forming balconies that play with light and shadow throughout the day.
