Borderline Chile
Puerto Saavedra, Chile
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION IN CHILE TO BUILT AN EMERGENCY INTERVENTION
in collaboration with marilo sánchez, ipiña+nieto arquitectos
FIRST PRIZE ARCHITECTURAL RECORD’S DESIGN VANGUARD 2009 NEW YORK
FIRST PRIZE A+AWARD (GRUPO VIA). GRAND PRIZE FOR THE MOST PROMISING TEAM OF YOUNG ARCHITECTS IN SPAIN 2012
SHORTLISTEDTHE GLOBAL OBSERVATORY. ETH ZÜRICH 2011
FIRST PRIZE A+AWARD (GRUPO VIA). AWARDED AS THE BEST EMERGING OFFICE IN SPAIN 2012
The Saavedra port structure is determined by the own site geomorphological elements. They are distributed in two levels extended longitudinally, forming gaps between the frame and visual discontinuity. It leaves the urbanized areas as islands connected just by structural axis Ruta S40.
Spaces throughout the village are formed between these units. Some of them, prone to flooding and waterlogging processes, are destined to agricultural uses. 5 different populations are clearly differentiated in broken urban grid; Saavedra Bajo, Saavedra Alto, Corvi, Villa Maule and Boca Budi. Each with a distinct function from the other.
CONNECTIVITY: Connectivity between populations currently unconnected is a priority. That is why we define two levels of intervention: one at ground level, “terrestrial”, and the other high in safe area, “aerial”:
1. “Terrestrial”: two main axis are developed to connect people at ground level. One along the boundary between Puerto Saavedra and Imperial Laguna (Costanera) and another at the boundary between the public and floodplains (Canal 21 de Mayo).
2. “Aerial”: The safe connection. It is developed along a two-levels walkway equipped with uses and activities on its route.
We have opted for a consolidation and improvement of existing waterfront green axes of Costanera and Canal May 21 in “terrestrial” connection, giving them the uses and appropriate design to enhance the existing linearity and to take advantage from the rich landscape of these edges.These limits become places for walking, recreation and sport with rest areas and landscape enjoyment. These two main green lines are connected between them by perpendicular green axes.
A two level walkway is designed for the “aerial” connection. It houses inside uses and equipment protected from the rain. A pedestrian axis where typical urban activities can take place is proposed at its upper level. The piece allows activities such as cycling, running, walking or fruit markets. It also facilitates the connection between the different populations at a safe altitude.This structure crosses wetlands and saves the emptiness between populations to connect Saavedra Bajo to the foothills.
EVACUATION: There is a clear and direct evacuation way for the people by a walkway that runs between the boundary of Saavedra and the cultivation areas. People can reach quickly from anywhere to a safe heigh from the wave. After being in at that heigh, the evacuation to the hill takes place normally along the walkway.
FIRST PRIZE ARCHITECTURAL RECORD’S DESIGN VANGUARD 2009 NEW YORK
FIRST PRIZE A+AWARD (GRUPO VIA). GRAND PRIZE FOR THE MOST PROMISING TEAM OF YOUNG ARCHITECTS IN SPAIN 2012
SHORTLISTEDTHE GLOBAL OBSERVATORY. ETH ZÜRICH 2011
FIRST PRIZE A+AWARD (GRUPO VIA). AWARDED AS THE BEST EMERGING OFFICE IN SPAIN 2012
The Saavedra port structure is determined by the own site geomorphological elements. They are distributed in two levels extended longitudinally, forming gaps between the frame and visual discontinuity. It leaves the urbanized areas as islands connected just by structural axis Ruta S40.
Spaces throughout the village are formed between these units. Some of them, prone to flooding and waterlogging processes, are destined to agricultural uses. 5 different populations are clearly differentiated in broken urban grid; Saavedra Bajo, Saavedra Alto, Corvi, Villa Maule and Boca Budi. Each with a distinct function from the other.
CONNECTIVITY: Connectivity between populations currently unconnected is a priority. That is why we define two levels of intervention: one at ground level, “terrestrial”, and the other high in safe area, “aerial”:
1. “Terrestrial”: two main axis are developed to connect people at ground level. One along the boundary between Puerto Saavedra and Imperial Laguna (Costanera) and another at the boundary between the public and floodplains (Canal 21 de Mayo).
2. “Aerial”: The safe connection. It is developed along a two-levels walkway equipped with uses and activities on its route.
We have opted for a consolidation and improvement of existing waterfront green axes of Costanera and Canal May 21 in “terrestrial” connection, giving them the uses and appropriate design to enhance the existing linearity and to take advantage from the rich landscape of these edges.These limits become places for walking, recreation and sport with rest areas and landscape enjoyment. These two main green lines are connected between them by perpendicular green axes.
A two level walkway is designed for the “aerial” connection. It houses inside uses and equipment protected from the rain. A pedestrian axis where typical urban activities can take place is proposed at its upper level. The piece allows activities such as cycling, running, walking or fruit markets. It also facilitates the connection between the different populations at a safe altitude.This structure crosses wetlands and saves the emptiness between populations to connect Saavedra Bajo to the foothills.
EVACUATION: There is a clear and direct evacuation way for the people by a walkway that runs between the boundary of Saavedra and the cultivation areas. People can reach quickly from anywhere to a safe heigh from the wave. After being in at that heigh, the evacuation to the hill takes place normally along the walkway.