{"id":29090,"date":"2024-01-11T17:00:01","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T15:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/proyectos-a-gran-escala-conjunto-residencial-en-san-roque-ii\/"},"modified":"2024-12-11T19:17:55","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T17:17:55","slug":"architects-in-sotogrande-working-large-scale-projects-alamos-ii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/architects-in-sotogrande-working-large-scale-projects-alamos-ii\/","title":{"rendered":"Architects in Sotogrande working Large-scale Projects &#8211; Alamos (ii)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pixfields_box\" >\n\t<ul class=\"pixfields_list\">\n\t\t\t<li class=\"pixfield\">\n\t\t\t<strong>:<\/strong> : \t\t<\/li>\n\t\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Powerful and Versatile Materials: A World of Architectural Possibilities<\/p>\n<p>Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Architecture and their architects in Sotogrande participates in a design contest for a residential complex in Torreguadiaro, San Roque, Cadiz.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25615\" src=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5.jpg\" alt=\"Proyectos a gran escala. Conjunto residencial Los Alamos Torreguadiaro. Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Arquitectura\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Proyectos-a-gran-escala-Torreguadiaro-LOS-ALAMOS.-Gonzalez-Jacobson-Arquitectura-5-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As mentioned in part (i) of this post, a project competition presentation involves numerous topics. Today, we&#8217;ll focus on the materials proposed for this large-scale project.<\/p>\n<p>This architectural project by the architects in Sotogrande\u00a0has been a challenge, projecting ideas and sustainable architectural design in Sotogrande for a Mediterranean lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>The proposed materials for the various buildings and facilities of the residential complex aim to revalue local resources:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>WOOD<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25631\" src=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Concurso Los Alamos. Torreguadiaro San Roque. Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Arquitectura\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1c-jpg-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A noble and traditional material with lower environmental impact. Benefits include:<\/p>\n<p>Renewable and recyclable construction, carbon absorption, less waste, accelerated construction timelines, greater energy efficiency, insulating capacity, etc.<\/p>\n<p>Wood is ideal, with its diverse finishes and hues, for shaping spatial experiences, volumes and surfaces. It balances aesthetics and functionality, adapting to users&#8217; needs whilst considering factors such as style and practicality.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>EARTH<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25633\" src=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Concurso Los Alamos. Torreguadiaro San Roque. Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Arquitectura\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1b-jpg-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Earth, a noble material used in construction since antiquity, is abundant and readily available worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Raw earth, or mud, offers numerous advantages as a building material. It&#8217;s non-toxic, recyclable, easily obtainable, and can be mixed with elements like lime, gypsum, or straw. It boasts excellent thermal properties, sound insulation, and breathability, whilst remaining cost-effective.<\/p>\n<p>Earth construction varies in appearance, formats, and techniques. The main methods include:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>ADOBE<\/strong>: Sun-dried mud bricks, often mixed with plant fibres like straw for cohesion.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>COMPRESSED EARTH BLOCKS:<\/strong> Similar to adobe but produced differently, using damp clay and a binder, compressed by manual or automatic press.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>RAMMED EARTH:<\/strong> Walls made of damp, clayey soil, rammed and compacted within formwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>COB:<\/strong> Technique of stacking viscous mud &#8216;balls&#8217; to form layers, allowing each to dry for stability.<\/p>\n<p>Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson\u00a0and their architects in Sotogrande, revisits compressed earth techniques to seek sustainable alternatives. This stems from energy crises, resource depletion, and the negative visual impact of current unsustainable construction practices on the environment and human health.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>LOCAL REED &#8211; MEDITERRANEAN CANE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reed, the strongest material relative to its weight, has been used in construction since time immemorial. This project proposes using local Mediterranean cane (Arundo Donax).<\/p>\n<p>Traditionally used in roof lattices, this versatile plant fibre, like bamboo, hemp or rush, offers flexibility and strength. It enables the creation of various building elements such as pergolas, weaves and frameworks connecting modules.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>BAMBOO, THE MARVELLOUS PLANT OF THE FUTURE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bamboo is proposed as a natural material for various project aspects, despite not being native to Europe, due to its countless benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Its flexibility, strength, and durability make it ideal for pergolas, connectors, frameworks, and composites for interior and exterior fittings. It&#8217;s also suitable for structural elements like columns, beams, composite trusses, and foundations, making it a trendy and contemporary material.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8220;DWARF PALM&#8221; &#8211; NATIVE MEDITERRANEAN PALM<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The dwarf palm (Chamaerops humilis L.) is characteristic of the Mediterranean region and the only native palm in our territory. It&#8217;s found throughout Cadiz province, rarely in pure stands, often accompanying other Mediterranean shrub species in diverse terrains from coastal areas to mountain slopes in Sierra de Grazalema.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s proposed for certain construction elements and roofs, promoting innovation and sustainable design.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25629\" src=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Concurso Los Alamos. Torreguadiaro San Roque. Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Arquitectura\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1d-jpg-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>GREEN ROOFS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25625\" src=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Concurso Los Alamos. Torreguadiaro San Roque. Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Arquitectura\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1f-jpg-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Vegetated roofs are proposed for various project areas, offering multiple benefits. They utilise the natural terrain gradient and, in some cases, will be combined with photovoltaic panels.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>GREEN RETAINING WALLS AND TERRACING<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Given the site&#8217;s topography, reflecting typical Mediterranean conditions, Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Architecture proposes various sustainable green retaining alternatives combined with traditional stone walls.<\/p>\n<p>High efficiency\/airtightness. Combined with photovoltaic glass in different locations and solar balustrades.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25627\" src=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Concurso Los Alamos. Torreguadiaro San Roque. Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Arquitectura\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Concurso-Los-Alamos-Torreguadiaro.-Gonzalez-jacobson-Arquitectura-1e-jpg-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><br \/>\n<strong>DOUBLE GLAZING IN OPENINGS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>High efficiency\/airtightness. Combined with photovoltaic glass in various locations and solar balustrades.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve briefly explored this topic. The judicious selection of materials, aligned with the project&#8217;s characteristics, needs, and requirements, ensures its success, visual appeal, and ambiance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Architecture\u00a0and their architects in Sotogrande<\/strong>\u00a0regularly participates in large-scale architectural project competitions in Spain. Their extensive experience enables them to manage, execute, and supervise such projects effectively.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>: : Powerful and Versatile Materials: A World of Architectural Possibilities Gonzalez &amp; Jacobson Architecture and their architects in Sotogrande<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":25636,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[41,44],"tags":[907,3146,3317,1133,2281,864,3322,3306,3323,2945],"class_list":["post-29090","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-architecture","category-design","tag-architects","tag-architects-in-cadiz","tag-architects-in-sotogrande","tag-architects-on-the-costa-del-sol","tag-architectural-projects","tag-architecture","tag-architecture-and-design-in-sotogrande","tag-cadiz-en","tag-residential-complex-in-san-roque","tag-sustainable-architecture"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29090","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29090"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29090\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25636"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29090"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29090"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjarquitectura.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29090"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}