4 bridge building

2020

Public space

8th semesther

Team: Carlos Díaz

Profs. Fernando Rangel / J, A. Guerrero

The premise was to generate a north-south connection, which is pedestrian deficient in Caracas, to link two large shopping centers that border one of the most important roads in the city. In order to generate as few supports as possible in 90 meters of the road, 3 metal boxes with large diagonals were proposed, a central one and an auxiliary one of double height, and an additional simple one, with an open terrace.

In the central piece, the idea was to generate an open space with a perimeter structure, so that it could be used for itinerant activities such as exhibitions and to accommodate different types of speeds, from a stroll to a walk to work. Four bodies were suspended to accommodate more private activities, with different heights to create different atmospheres.

In the double-height auxiliary, two small amphitheatrical rooms were designed to host screenings and lectures. In the simple secondary one, a terrace with green areas was planned for a space for permanence. The three bodies are connected by large bridges on both levels.

The 3 bodies are supported by U-shaped concrete castings, which also provide access to these units by means of stairs and elevators to save the height that had to be maintained by the expressway.

5 lifeguard’s refuge

2020

Public space

8th semesther

Team: Rodrigo Colimodio Prof. Filia Suárez

For the Construction Practices elective, an enclosing system had to be proposed. In this case the proposal was presented in a multifunctional beach tower for sales and lifeguard point.

Since the coast is a location where any material used must fight against the action of humidity, sodium chloride (salt residue), erosion due to strong winds, among others, aluminum was proposed as the main material.

An alloy of aluminum, zinc and silicon was chosen to coat the surface of a steel sheet, known in the market as Aluzinc or Galvaume. It has reflective and luminous properties, is resistant to saltpeter and heat, and helps to climate control the project.

Manuela Luna | 2023

Pieces of the system

Z-profile 1.5mm

System

Connecting plate 2 mm

Z-profile 1.5mm

Tubular profile 100 mm x 50 mm

Aluzinc pannel 2 mm 280 mm x 1000 mm

Steel angle 2mm

Top clamping with multiple panels

Vertical overlap between panels

Details of system joints

Restaurant

The concept was born from the intention of the chef who designed the menu, to be a gastronomic journey through the dishes, both Ecuadorian and main dishes, as well as other destinations.

Physically the idea is expressed through the windows and the classic curves of the interior of an airplane cabin. From curved chairs with red fabric inspired by the aesthetics of the 70s and the TWA terminal, long benches, backlit maps thinking of airport bars, to the space separator inspired by the boarding bridge.

Traveling through the flavors of the destinations of origin of each dish