MRM arquitectos composes technological center of estella

MRM arquitectos composes technological center of estella
all images courtesy of mrm arquitectos

juxtaposing different functions within the one building, the ‘technological center of estella’ by spanish firm MRM arquitectos is configured by layers of varying heights in response to its multiple uses. based on a flexible spatial arrangement, the volume, which also contains a ‘business incubator’ reflects its lack of a clearly defined program. upon approaching the utilitarian form, the main access is located through a large square – an indent in the linear façade, composed of large anodized aluminum brise-soleis. the integrated structural element allows solar control to help avoid direct light reflected into the interior. the orientation, density and overlapping between them adapts a formal aesthetic language across the exterior’s surfaces. next to the entrance, a large showroom space occupies the entire north side facing the road. heavy workshops and laboratories also located on the ground floor, opening out to a central courtyard.
 

the center also contains a ‘business incubator’, the varying heights respond to the different functions

the technology center consists of laboratories on the first floor, locker rooms, a meeting space and a large open working area, while the second floor is used for offices, a training room and meeting rooms. in contrast, the wing of the business incubator on the first and second floors are divided into zones between 50-75 sqm, fitted with various facilities and flexible partitioning options in order to accommodate different activities. the uniform nature of the exterior was applied to the compositional development of the interior, the intention was to achieve a level of spatial versatility, enabling internal reorganization.

the façade consists of overlapping anodized aluminum brise-soleis

inside view of the courtyard

heavy workshops and laboratories are located on the ground floor

looking down into the internal courtyard space

the overlapping exterior panels are used to control daylight

location plan

plan drawings

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