THE MUDEJAR and Andalusian tradition in Guatemala, with all its geometric and artisanal richness, has gradually been lost since the advent of modernism. This building, both in its wood and stucco details, is not only an example of the rescue of this tradition but also a testament to the importance of continuing our historical legacies.
During the design and construction process, Estudio Urbano worked closely with artisans to achieve the floral details of the column brackets and the repetitive motifs that adorn the entablatures. This attention to detail is also evident in the building’s western corner, which is accentuated by three elegant wood-worked balconies, inspired by the legacy of Spanish colonial architecture in Lima, Peru.
This building’s overall composition is elegantly simple: it has a shop-lined continuous portico on the first floor, and offices and apartments in its upper levels, yet the elaborate architectural details provide rich decoration for all pedestrians who walk through the area.
Credits
Design: Pedro Pablo Godoy Barrios and María Fernanda Sánchez, Estudio Urbano
Construction Documents: Grupo Cayalá
General Contractor: Grupo Cayalá
Developer: Grupo Cayalá
