Edificio del Plata, Rationalist building in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The Edificio del Plata is a nine-story office building in a central location in Buenos Aires, featuring a glass facade with adjustable plastic blinds on the work floors. The structure fits innovatively onto a triangular plot, making efficient use of the available space.
Construction of the Edificio del Plata began in 1947 after the previous Mercado del Plata was demolished, with completion delayed until 1961. The building represents the shift toward modern design principles in Argentina during the post-war period.
The building represents the vertical densification movement in Buenos Aires between 1880 and 1930, responding to rapid urban population growth.
The ground floor houses a branch of Banco Ciudad de Buenos Aires, while upper floors contain municipal government offices. Its central location makes the site easily accessible and allows for exploring the surrounding business districts.
The structure adapts to its triangular plot through innovative architectural solutions, marking early implementation of modern design principles in Argentina.
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