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From Ruin to Rebirth with Brutalism for the People | SESC Pompéia by Lina Bo Bardi
When SESC (Social Service of Commerce) acquired the land of the old abandoned factory in the Pompéia neighborhood of São Paulo in the 1970s, the intention was clear: to provide a space for the physical and cultural well-being of workers. What was not so clear—even to the managers themselves—was that they would end up creating one of the most powerful works of 20th-century Latin American architecture.
Arq. Pablo Vazquez
Oct 146 min read


Can a Plaza Heal a City? | Jojutla Central Gardens of MMX
In the center of Jojutla, one of the communities hardest hit by the September 2017 earthquakes, structures now stand that offer not only shade, but dignity. These are the central arches of the Jojutla Gardens, a project born not from the urgency of rebuilding, but from the need to heal. Because when a city is broken, the hardest part is not rebuilding its buildings, but recovering the soul of its people.
Arq. Pablo Vazquez
Oct 116 min read


Brutalism as a Refuge for Memory | Mariano Moreno National Library
Founded in 1810 by Mariano Moreno, the Buenos Aires Public Library was one of the first institutions of the nascent Argentine nation. However, for more than 150 years it did not have its own building. It operated in borrowed spaces, first in the Cabildo, then in the Manzana de las Luces, the Colegio de San Carlos, and even in the building at 564 Mexico Street, where Jorge Luis Borges once lived while he was its director.
Arq. Pablo Vazquez
Aug 194 min read


10 Fascinating Things You MUST Know About Teotihuacan
Teotihuacan, located in Mexico City, was one of the most impressive pre-Hispanic cities in the world. With a rich history and monumental architecture, this ancient metropolis continues to fascinate visitors today. Below, we explore the 10 most important points you need to know to make the most of your visit.
Arq. Pablo Vazquez
May 197 min read


MICHEL ROJKIND | Raising Mexican Architecture to New Heights
Michel Rojkind's impact on architecture is not limited to the local scene; he is an architect whose focus on technology and innovation is not limited to the local scene.
Arq. Pablo Vazquez
May 102 min read


ALEJANDRO ARAVENA: The Architect of the People Poor?
Alejandro Aravena, a world-renowned Chilean architect, has revolutionized contemporary architecture with his unique approach to social house
Arq. Pablo Vazquez
May 112 min read
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