rojkind arquitectos: transformadora ciel helipad co-working space

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'transformadora ciel' by rojkind arquitectos, mexico city, mexico
image © jaime navarro
all images courtesy of rojkind arquitectos

 

 

an unused rooftop and helicopter pad was transformed into a productive co-working space for 'transformadora ciel' as part of an ongoing collaboration
between the coca-cola company, mexico city-based rojkind arquitectos and AGENT. using a conscientious application of new and existing materials
and systems, the space is created from a recycled metal structure with most of the installations left exposed to cut down on unnecessary finishing costs.
the helipad's industrial structure is reused in the construction of the office, and a created green roof is covered in vegetative species that are irrigated
through a rainwater collection system. the curving interior space is inset from the edge of the roof line to allow natural light to illuminate the work areas.
locally-produced modular furniture in an open fluid space allows freedom in the arrangement and organization of desks, echoing the dynamic flexible
nature of work. rooftop access expose amazing views of the city from a garden environment lending to a respite from the typical office life. solar panels
almost completely power the low energy LED lighting, and water-based paints are used to cover the structure contributing to a low impact construction.

 

 


rooftop garden looking out over the city
image © jaime navarro

 

 


original helipad structure gives access to the roof
image © jaime navarro

 

 


work space inset from the roof edge opening space for gardens
image © jaime navarro

 

 


helipad structural components are re-used for the new construct
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curving transparent outer envelope
image © jaime navarro

 

 


open plan interior work space
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lounge area with view of the exterior garden
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entry hallway
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floor plan / level 0

 

 


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concept diagram

 

 


modular furniture diagram

 

 


regenerative energy

 

 


vegetative species

 

 


porposal

 

 


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project info:

 

 

architects, rojkind arquitectos: michel rojkind [founding partner]; gerardo salinas[partner]
architects, AGENT: alberto villarreal; felipe castañeda; isaac smeke;
program: co-working space
construction area: 500 sqm.
status: built
design date: 2012
location: mexico city, mexico.
client: the coca-cola company.
photography: jaime navarro.
lighting design: sylumis + agent
vegetation: zona verde mx
mep: innovative design
structural engineering: ing. jorge a. cadena

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  • love the way the cactii mimic the horizon

    dbkii says:
  • cool project! my hopes for rojkind arquitectos rise again after the cineteca disaster

    diego says:
  • what a wonderful working environment. It may be frustrating to not have the city view from the offices but at least there is the striking roof garden.
    I am surprised that the helipad would be decommissioned as most, if not all, high-rise in Los Angeles are required to have them.

    Ron Smith says:
  • Love the lighting !
    SYLUMIS ? a french company in Mexico ?
    where are they ?

    Dona says:

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