he training center's architectural design was developed based on a specific request: the creation of a sculptural building that would stand out in its environment without compromising harmony with its surroundings. In addition to this requirement, the available space was limited and formed a significant physical and visual axis within the sports complex.
To achieve the desired design while reinforcing its connection with the surroundings, the design adopted the premise of elevating the structure, freeing up the ground level, and concentrating the entire program on an elevated floor. This approach preserved both the physical and visual integration with the sports complex while also allowing the designed infrastructure to function as a supporting element, providing shade for events held on the ground level and around the existing pool area, thereby enhancing the overall functionality of the complex.
To ensure greater structural and visual lightness, prestressed slabs were used to minimize supports on the ground floor, allowing for a strategic distribution of only a few structural points. These supports were sculpturally designed, gently converging toward the ground.
The slender structure required the elevated floor itself to function as a structural component, guiding its form and materiality toward a monolithic geometry in exposed concrete. This decision further reinforced the final identity of the project, which leaned toward minimal finishes, while the simplicity of the structure’s materials and textures defined the space’s aesthetic, ensuring a cohesive composition and reinforcing the minimalist identity of the design. The façade, therefore, takes shape with only a few elements: the framing of the exposed concrete structure, walls clad in brise-soleil panels, and a large glass opening that enhances the symmetry of the composition.
Inside, the spatial organization followed the same premise of symmetry, which was established as a priority in the project. The building was divided into three main sections: administrative and support areas, spaces for calisthenics, and the cardio area. This zoning was highlighted by the large glass opening, which simultaneously allows for contemplation of the external environment from within and subtly delineates the cardio space, creating a visual transition between areas and emphasizing the symmetry that defines the entire project.
Materiality is also highlighted in the interior. The entrance hall features a wood-paneled installation that transitions from a wall covering to a bench, seamlessly integrating aesthetics and functionality. The exposed concrete slabs enhance the spaciousness of the large interior span, punctuated by subtle lighting that supports activities while also creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The result is a space that balances functionality and visual identity, where materiality, structural lightness, and symmetry come together to create a cohesive and timeless architectural experience.
