a+u 2009:05 Architecture in Argentina
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Cover: Homage Park – Juan and Eva Perón Mausoleum by AFRA + LGR + Fernández Prieto & asociados. Photo: Leonardo Finotti.
Feature: Architecture in Argentina
Currents:
Munch
Stenersen Museum and Deichman Library in Oslo, Norway Competitions Results
Clinton Park in New York by TEN Arquitectos
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Architecture in Argentina
What comes to mind in at the mention of Argentina, thesouthernmost country of Latin America? From the timeArgentina was colonized by the Spanish in the 16th century, European values have permeated deep into the land. In the late 19th century, Argentina welcomed European immigration, resulting in a culturally integrated population of, with up to 90% of Argentine citizenes claiming European descent. Not surprisingly, European architecture adorns Argentina’s cities and particularly Buenos Aires, which is commonly known as South America’s Paris. At the same time, in finding these cities surrounded by the expansive pampas, one is reminded that this is South America.This issue will introduce some of the works built in Argentina over the past 20 years. The three essays discuss issues of modernism in Argentina, prevailing tendencies amongst young architects, and the influence of the built environment on architectural discourse, paying special attention to the city of Buenos Aires.
Essay: Notes on Argentine Architecture
Alfonso Corona-Martinez AFRA + LGR + Fernández Prieto & asociados
Homage Park – Juan and Eva Perón Mausoleum
Rafael Iglesia
International Amusement Park of RosarioAltamira Building Quincho II
Marcelo Villafañe
Florencia Raigal HouseEssay: Between Performance and Representation– Urban Typologies in Global Buenos Aires
Julián Varas Alejandro Sticotti
House in Olivos
Max Zolkwer Architect
Min House
Dieguez Fridman Arquitectos & Asociados
Building on Clay Street
Clusellas/O’Connor
House MCMC
Pablo T. Betía
Pan Klub Foundation, Xul Solar Museum
Adamo-Faiden
Chalú HouseConesa 4560 Essay: Proposals from the End of the World
Florencia Rodríguez Ana Etkin
Bodega Don Bosco
Bertolino-Barrado Oficina de Arquitectura
Córdoba Botanical Garden
GGMPU Architects + Lucio Morini
Provincial Museum of Fine Arts Emilio Caraffa
Cristián Nanzer and Mariela Marchisio
House Sky Villa