THE CHALLENGE

ARQUIA, an international development firm interested in conducting architectural contests at a worldwide level, requires a new kind of “Condominium Tower” for one of the most beautiful residential zones in Lima. The architecture of this new building should reflect contemporary design tendencies, standing out for the uniqueness of its architectural design, while meshing in with the surrounding San Isidro urban tissue.

THE PROJECT SKY CONDOS

The desired residential condos strive to become a new prototype for one of the key residential areas in Lima, Peru. In other words, this project should be think for a single person (single, divorced, widow or a newly wedding couple) who wish to live in the coolest zone of San Isidro. This is why ARQUIA, wishes not just to adapt national parameters and regulations, but also to subscribe to sterling international quality, renewable energy and green design criteria in an effort to set a precedent in local standards, whilst helping to revitalize the inner market and setting a precedent in residential buildings.

ARCHITECTURAL CONTRIBUTION

ARQUITECTUM considers contests to be an excellent means for architectural experimentation, discussion and speculation. To this avail, our client ARQUIA has expressed its openness to experiment, given its interest in motivating architects to surprise them with a better idea than that initially expected. They are aware that this “surprise factor” may involve the undermining of some of the contest´s rules. ARQUIA invites each architect to explore as far as he/she can, even if that entails the overlooking or the breaking of the rules, making it clear, as well, that the risk also involves the possibility of being disqualified.

DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE: THE LIMA GOLF CLUB

The plot is located on Avenida Pezet, in the heart of the most exclusive, leisurely and residential zone of Lima, with visuals to the Lima Golf Club. It is found within the District of San Isidro. The plot is not just strategically located with regard to its N-S orientation, but also has an excellent view to the best side of the golf course.

PRIZES

Prizes will be as follows:

1st PRIZE: US$ 250,000 (TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY THOUSAND AMERICAN DOLLARS) for development of the project + US$ 5,000 for winning the first prize.

2nd PRIZE: US$ 1,000 (ONE THOUSAND AMERICAN DOLLARS)

3rd PRIZE: Free membership for participate in all ARQUITECTUM competitions for a year.

Plus 9 honorable mentions.

FEES

Release: From December 1st 2011 to January 5th 2012: US$ 75.00

Special Registration: From January 6th to February 6th 2012: US$ 150.00

Early registration: From February 7th to March 5th 2012: US$ 200.00

Late registration: From March 6th to April 2nd US$ 250.00

JURY

Juvenal Baracco, Architect

Miguel Rodrigo Mazuré, Architect

Enrique Espinosa, Architect

Marcos Tinman, Engineer

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