El Eco Museum Extension / FRENTE + LAR

El Eco Museum Extension / FRENTE + LAR

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Text description provided by the architects. The experimental museum “El Eco”, developed by Mathías Goeritz in 1952, is one of the most significant and emblematic buildings of the twentieth century in Mexico.

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© Fidel Ugarte

In 2005 the museum was restored by the UNAM, and in 2006 a contest was called for an annex building to contain its complementary services.

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© Juan Carlos Polanco

The winning proposal designed by LAR and FRENTE, is a careful exercise of integration with the original construction and dignifies the Eco Museum.

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© Jorge Silva

The project is notable for its discreet and respectful attitude towards the existing building while retaining a contemporary character.

El Eco Museum Extension / FRENTE + LAR - Table, Chair
© Alvaro Capistrán

The “L” form building is situated between two trapezoidal patios, the main one opens to the street and the second one is an interior patio.

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© Alvaro Capistrán

The ground floor has a multiple activities room, workshop and storage room. The upper floor has offices, dinning room and washroom.

El Eco Museum Extension / FRENTE + LAR - Stairs, Handrail
© Alvaro Capistrán

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Address:Colonia San Rafael, México City, Mexico

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Cite: "El Eco Museum Extension / FRENTE + LAR" 09 Apr 2010. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/55298/el-eco-museum-extension-lar-frente> ISSN 0719-8884

© Alvaro Capistrán

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