Local design studio Studio Noju renovates a Madrid apartment that is located inside the Torres Blancas building that was originally designed in 1961 by Francisco Javier Sáenz de Oíz. It features an exposed concrete tower that is defined by cylindrical shapes to create a bulbous balcony along the facade with curved rooms inside.
Mora who had set up Studio Noju alongside Eduardo Tazón back in 2020 speaks about the project, noting that "The outdoor spaces have been once again consolidated into a continuous terrace that follows the outline of the original plan. There is a constant dialogue between many of the solutions we have proposed in the interior design of the apartment with those proposed more than 50 years ago by Sáenz de Oiza."
Brutalist Concrete Tower Apartments
Studio Noju Renovates the Torres Blancas Tower in Madrid
Trend Themes
1. Brutalist Architecture Revival - The revival of Brutalist architecture presents opportunities for renovating and modernizing iconic buildings from the past.
2. Sustainable Concrete Design - Incorporating sustainable materials and design practices into the use of concrete presents new opportunities for environmentally-friendly construction projects.
3. Circular Living Spaces - Designing living spaces with circular or curved shapes presents new opportunities for unique and innovative architectural designs.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can use these trends to create new opportunities for renovation, sustainable design, and innovation.
2. Construction - The construction industry can incorporate sustainable and circular design principles when building new structures or renovating existing ones.
3. Real Estate - The real estate industry can adapt and market Brutalist and sustainable designs to appeal to a growing segment of consumers seeking unique and eco-friendly living spaces.