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AQSO arquitectos office. Detail of one of the balconies. A simple slab cladded with dark metal protrudes from the facade plane with a frameless glass balustrade, contrasting with the limestone cladding.

the balconies

The protruding balconies, cantilevering alternately on every floor, are almost invisible. The slim metal slab cast shadows on the lower floors, enhancing the chessboard pattern effect of the composition.

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the balconies

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The facade of the building features carefully designed balconies that add a sculptural expression to its surroundings, while also creating a variety of spatial experiences for each of the residents. A dialogue is created between the additive and subtractive nature of these spaces.

The tapered openings are cladded with black matte metal, while a limestone cladding enshrouds the main block. The use of limestone as a cladding material resonates with the surrounding environment, allowing the viewer to see a different approach to design with the same material used by other buildings in the area.

The sharp geometry of the balconies is entirely devoid of any curvature, and the use of tempered clear glass allows for more light. The use of limestone tiles that are installed in a unique style gives the building its identity on a saturated block and contrasts sharply with the large glass panels.

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AQSO arquitectos office. The main elevation of the Maragato Lofts residential building captures the west sunshine across the square through a series of tapered openings and balconies.

the view from the plaza

AQSO arquitectos office. Physical model made with cardboard of the Maragato residential building. The simplicity of the elevation follows the proportion of openings from the traditional buildings nearby.

the physical model

AQSO arquitectos office. The stunning facade of the maragato building is composed of balconies and bay windows, combining stone cladding with metal frames and aluminium composites.

the south facade

AQSO arquitectos office, maragato lofts, floor plans including the top floor loft, the apartments, the retail unit on the ground floor and the outdoor staircase in the courtyard

floor plan layouts

AQSO arquitectos office, living room of the maragato loft residential building in Spain. Herringbone timber flooring combined with hexagonal concrete tiles in a minimal and elegant design

the living room and kitchen

AQSO arquitectos office. The building, seen from the narrow adjacent street, shows the balconies and windows capturing the views of the urban setting.

the view from the alley

AQSO arquitectos office. The sober facade combines three materials: limestone, black metal and glass. The arrangements of the openings offers a dynamic look based on simple displacements, chamfered corners and alignments.

the facade

AQSO arquitectos office. This housing project located in a conservation area offers a contemporary style that respectfully blends with the surroundings. The sober fachada encloses a series of high-end apartments.

the west elevation

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