reinosa sociocultural center blends groundscape in spain

reinosa sociocultural center blends groundscape in spain
all images courtesy of bernardo alves

the proposal for the reinosa ‘sociocultural center’ by bernardo alves of s3 arquitectos combines the history of the city with a sloping urban square. the site is positioned on the ruins of the old municipal market of abastos, originally built in 1882 and destroyed by a fire in 2012, which completely engulfed the former building. a double-layered structure is designed to once again enable a public meeting and gathering space with a multi-functional program engrained in its layout. behaving as a generator of living experiences, adaptable and versatile areas are intended to help foster a sense of connection. in response to the steep slope of the site, a large ramped platform begins at the ground level and extends over a triangulated landscape to its highest point. the dynamic component forms two squares, the upper level is open and exposed, while the lower portion is covered.

the double-layered structure enables a variety of gathering and meeting spaces

a strong visual relationship between the different points of the square, as well as the interior of the building is offered through joining transparent elements. the interior of the center features exhibitions spaces and a double-height ceiling where the reception and cultural shop are contained. punctuating the opposite side is the cafeteria, which has the ability to extend out onto the plaza in the summer months.

a strong visual relationship is created between the levels and surrounding square through transparent elements

the building applies sustainable and energy efficient solutions through its operations with geothermal heating and cooling. the structure is formed in concrete with traditional materials and construction methods from the region incorporated. local stone is used for the exterior floors with wood, a predominant feature of balconies and galleries in reinosa, forming the frames and interior floors.

the center features exhibitions spaces and a double-height ceiling where the reception and cultural shop are contained

a large ramped platform begins at the ground level and extends over the landscape

interior view

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roof plan

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