The project is located in Villa Rivera Indarte, in the city of Córdoba, Argentina, on the banks of the Suquía River. The surroundings are characterized by abundant native and exotic flora, which extends throughout the terrain. The commission required a dialogue with a house from the early 20th century, a period water tank standing vertically, a water intake 18 meters deep, and a stone wall that defines the site boundaries.
A bar resting on the ground, interweaving pre-existing elements and nature, capable of changing over time. A linear habitable structure was conceived, consisting of eight steel modules, each measuring 3 meters wide x 3 meters high x 3 meters long, extending across the site for a total length of 24 meters. A pavilion in its ephemeral essence, serving as a frame and support. Here, different pre-existing elements, along with the existing vegetation, seek to intertwine with architectural functionality, promoting a seamless experience between interior space and the surrounding landscape.
Association through contrast and reflection, ephemeral and contemporary.
The present extends as a frame for the past.
The design includes a spacious multipurpose area that adapts to changing needs, functioning as a bedroom, at times as a large living room, and at others as a gallery-workshop. Accompanied by a zoned bathroom for convenience and functionality, it was strategically positioned in relation to both the interior and the exterior, allowing it to open to both spaces simultaneously.
An identical but empty module extends outward, serving as a frame for vegetation to take over. This expansion module, in the form of a platform facing the landscape, acts as a setting for social gatherings and outdoor enjoyment.
Designed as a necessary connection between pre-existing elements, it accommodates various functions, including the water intake, access to the water tank, an exterior-use bathroom, and the integration of an existing fig tree, which adds a natural and organic dimension to the pavilion.
The structure is primarily made of steel, providing structural resistance while allowing for greater slenderness. The exterior cladding in aluminum integrates coherently with the modular structure, achieving an aesthetic and functional fusion of selected materials.
Following the principles of fast construction, prefabrication, cost efficiency, and phased execution, the pavilion was developed with a primary structure made of structural steel tubes, optimized according to commercial module standards.
The outermost layer responds to climatic conditions, durability, maintenance, aesthetic concerns, and design intentions. It is resolved with Alucobond, a composite aluminum panel, with an anodized exterior finish. This material changes throughout the day, marking the passage of time as a fundamental factor in the architectural language. Thus, the pavilion reflects daylight and absorbs the hues of its surroundings, shifting between white and opaque tones, transforming into a mirror of the landscape—reflecting greenery, the sun, and its environment.
Reclaimed seasoned carob wood from an old country house was processed and used as flooring for the interior. With white walls and modular subtractions opening toward the landscape, the wood accompanies the entire interior, providing warmth and a distinctive scent.
The flat roof enhances the perception of the bar-like structure within the landscape. As a tribute to the straight line, it collects rainwater from its small surface area to irrigate the fig tree.
Structural efficiency is achieved by optimizing the arrangement of modular elements, maximizing slenderness without compromising stability or safety. The window placement and cladding strategy are designed to align with the structural modulation, ensuring a harmonious relationship between form and function. The project incorporates sustainable considerations in both the selection of durable, recyclable materials and its integration with the surrounding natural environment. Measures have been implemented to reduce environmental impact, promoting energy efficiency and a responsible coexistence with the site.
