Concrete is something of a divisive material, but Pueyrredon 1101 Building is a new condo in Rosario, Argentina, that shows the result of the material when used correctly. The building, which is made almost entirely out of concrete, employs a creative formation that highlights the structural elements of concrete without succumbing to the heavy, dark appearance that many all-concrete buildings suffer from.
On the exterior of the building, by far the most striking aspect is the shape of the balconies. As one's eyes follow the building upward, the balconies alternate between full stretches and half stretches along the width of the face. This allows every unit in the condo to have 270 degree views rather than just 180 degrees.
Concrete is more than just for the exterior, though. The interiors also feature the material heavily.
What's Driving This Trend
- Alternating Balconies
- Exploring the concept of alternating balconies in building design to increase visibility and provide greater views of surroundings.
- Creative Concrete Use
- Innovative ways of incorporating concrete into building design and creating a visually appealing aesthetic in the process.
- Structural Showcasing
- Highlighting the structure elements of building materials in a way that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Developing new building designs with creative use of materials and innovative concepts to showcase a building's structure.
- Real Estate
- Incorporating new and innovative building designs to offer consumers with unique living experiences and a view of their surroundings.
- Construction
- Advancing the building industry with greater use of creative concrete designs that offer functionality and aesthetic appeal.
