When constructing a building, it is essential to define the waterproofing method to be used, as this serves to protect the structure from structural failure, ground movement, and water or moisture infiltration. Therefore, whether for a roof, terrace, swimming pool, road, or underground structure, choosing the right solution is necessary. Selecting the correct protective and insulating barrier prevents damage and unforeseen issues, ensuring high durability and strong performance. However, the guarantee of an effective and secure system relies primarily on the integration of solutions that are compatible and adaptable to multiple substrates or complex geometries.
By examining various high-impact international urban projects—using systems developed entirely by Soprema—we will explain why it is important to consider waterproofing as an integrated system rather than a collection of isolated products.
Sports Complex / Giancarlo Mazzanti + Plan:b arquitectos
This sports complex, designed as a new geographical configuration within the Aburrá Valley, was built to host the 2010 South American Games. The building consists of a self-supporting tubular steel structure supporting a 45,000 m2 roof that unifies the four independent buildings (coliseums) and the surrounding public spaces.
