Urban restoration
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News • News • 1 Sep 2020
BAAQ' generate inclusive living spaces that make best use of Mexico City’s urban and architectural heritage
Mexico’s BAAQ' Architects recently completed the restoration and refurbishment of the Dr. Atl 285 Apartment complex in Mexico City. The original structure was built in the late 1960s for industrial use and the restoration was carefully designed to preserve the cultural legacy and heritage of both the structure itself as well as the character and history of the local neighbourhood.
Credit: Arturo Arrieta
The site is located in the Santa Maria la Ribera neighbourhood whose proximity to the city centre has led to increasing gentrification and population density. The area is now largely attracting young professionals seeking to live in proximity to economic and cultural hubs whilst simultaneously valuing community and so... More
Project • By ULMA Architectural Solutions • Residential Landscape
Energy efficient Restoration
The ULMA ventilated facade was adapted to the original design, without sacrificing any advantages of the new system.ULMA Architectural Solutions has participated in restorating the facade of an emblematic building located on Gran Via in the Gros neighbourhood of San Sebastian. The facade's original design was ceramic facing combined with curved exposed concrete bay windows and the studio responsible for the project, ARCAYA Arquitectos, wanted to preserve the building's original appearance. The architect was looking for a modern solution, incorporating high quality insulation on the outside, whilst maintaining the appearance of the front of the building. It also had to be a material with easy to clean surfaces, and ULMA's Ventilate... More