Torres Carlos Antúnez, Residential towers in Providencia, Chile
Description
Torres Carlos Antúnez is a residential complex made up of two 24-story towers in the Providencia neighborhood of Santiago, Chile. The two buildings sit on a shared base that holds shops and offices, creating a mixed-use development at street level.
History
Construction started in 1953 under architects Carlos Barella and Isaac Eskenazi. The towers were completed in 1968, marking a shift in how residential neighborhoods developed in Santiago.
Culture
The towers represent a significant shift in Chilean urban development, incorporating modernist principles of separating residential spaces from vehicle traffic.
Practical
The towers are easy to find and stand out clearly in the Providencia area, making them simple reference points when exploring the neighborhood. The street-level shops and offices create natural gathering spaces that are easy to navigate.
Did you know?
The buildings were designed with special earthquake-resistant construction systems built into their structure for this seismic region. This engineering approach shows how architects in Santiago adapt to the area's natural hazards.
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