ONE shop, office & apartments es un mixed-use complex being developed in the town of Canning (Buenos Aires). “In an ever-changing world, we have seen a growing desire from both businesses and individuals to work close to home.
“This phenomenon has driven a migration of offices from the city center to peripheral areas. However, proximity is not the only determining criterion; the creation of lighter and fresher spaces that complement the comfort of home is also sought.” explains the Grupo TIM Arquitectos team, the designers in charge of the 30,000 m2 covering ONE.
It is a “post-pandemic” product, that is, it was conceived in response to the current demand for environments that promote well-being, increase productivity and generate satisfaction among its users.
These concepts led the designers to conceive the building as a composition of juxtaposed volumes.
“Although this grouping may seem random at first glance, it is actually meticulously planned to create spaces of well-being and connection with naturelike the impressive green terraces”, justify the authors.
A distinctive element of this building is the incorporation of an exterior tour through stairs that interconnect the terraces of the different levels, promoting interaction and enjoyment of nature.
At the same time, they recognize that “the building is distinguished by its relaxed design, being in perfect harmony with the experience of those who will inhabit it.”
As usual, the basement is intended for parking and engine rooms. Then, three levels follow that group commercial premises and a coworking space which includes a “contemplation staircase” as a recreation area.
Below are the office levels that are combined with the terraces, while The residential units are located in the tower. And on the last level, the amenities, with a pool and a spa.
“The irregular morphology of the building, especially its main façade, contributes to establishing a more human relationship with individuals, providing a less vertical reading of the structure.
“The tower, which serves as the crowning element, is not immediately revealed from the main entrance, but gradually surprises visitors as they explore the building,” the designers describe.
A highlight of the façade is a bold overhang on the fifth floor, with its metal structure and a “V”-shaped lattice.
Mixed uses and green areas
Each of the terraces has a different theme. “As visitors tour the building, they experience a variety of environments, with changes in furniture, types of vegetation and unique designs,” describes the project report. Furthermore, they enjoy the beautiful views of Canning from different perspectives”.
So, the first three levels look like a “open sky shopping” with a pedestrian passage as a leading element.
It is the area where most interactions occur: “circulation to other levels, access to commercial premises, entry of natural light thanks to the architectural lungs designed specifically for this purpose and a unique tour experience for users, thanks to the alternations between full and empty spaces in the architecture,” the authors list.
The combination of several types of users and various functions required a strategy for the segregation of the public.
So, for security reasons and circulation efficiencythe areas for housing, offices and commerce are completely separated by private halls, access control systems and independent vertical cores.
These diverse functions have a manifestation in the composition of the facades. On the first three levels, they proposed full and empty spaces that alternate exposed concrete and glass, to bring natural light and ventilation to the interior.
In the offices, the glass skin volumes take center stage, juxtaposing each other forming a ring.
Finally, the tower is detached to consolidate itself as a single element. A system of sunshades works as a finishing touch.
For Grupo TIM Arquitectos, ONE shop, office & apartments creates an architectural space that not only responds to the current needs of society, but also promotes an environment of well-being, productivity and satisfaction for all its occupants.
Location. Mariano Castex 2640, Canning, Province of Buenos Aires Project. TIM Arquitectos Group Construction. TIM Group Lot surface. 5.600 m2 Built surface. 30.000 m2