DESIGN
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The objective was to preserve the original architecture of the building, restoring moldings, staircase, and facade. The ramp for people with reduced mobility was located in a side access, so as not to modify the entrance hall.
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In addition, we recycled elements and added historical references, including details inspired by the history of San Julián.
SHELVES
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The shelves are inspired by an old photograph of the building's interior, which shows how products were displayed in the old Argensud.
Recapturing that aesthetic, we placed these shelves with antique elements that have been lent to us by residents of San Julián.
PHOTOGRAPHS
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The photographs displayed on this wall narrate the history of the Argensud building and its context in the town.
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We begin in 1900 with the arrival of Watson, the first owner of the building, to the province, and we end in 1982 with the Falklands War.
LIGHTING
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The choice to use 200-liter drums in the decoration is due to their traditional use for storing fuel in the estancias (ranches) of the region.
BEER TAP DECORATION
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The decoration of the draft beer tap system is inspired by the old Swift meatpacking plant.
The tanks at the top evoke the digesters that were used to process animal by-products, converting them into fats and flours, essential materials in the industrial production of the time.
GABION WALLS
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Gabion walls, commonly used in mining to contain the terrain, are part of our decoration, highlighting the current relevance of this activity.
WOOD PANELING
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All the wood used as paneling on the walls comes from remnants found among the rubble of the building. By reusing this wood, we are giving value to the history of the building.
REVESTIMIENTOS DE CHAPA.
La chapa del techo del galpón, que se encontraba oxidada y no podía seguir cumpliendo su función original, fue reutilizada como revestimiento decorativo en diversos sectores del edificio. De esta manera, se le dio un nuevo uso a un material que de otro modo habría sido descartado, aportando un toque estético único a los espacios renovados.
LAMP WHITH HISTORY.
Designed from the iconic soda baskets of the Sodería Sarasa.
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A piece of San Julián's history, now transformed into a design piece that illuminates with nostalgia.
GRILL COVER
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The grill cover is inspired by the old boiler that used to heat the building.