Edificio Carlos Pellegrini, Modern office building in Retiro district, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Edificio Carlos Pellegrini is a 31-story office tower located in the Retiro district along Avenida 9 de Julio, distinguished by its slender vertical circulation core positioned on one facade. The building houses underground parking, conference facilities, exhibition spaces, and glass-walled elevators that offer views during vertical travel.
Construction began in 1969 and was completed in 1974, commissioned by the Industrial Union of Argentina, which made it their headquarters until 2001. After the original tenants departed, the structure transitioned to new purposes.
The building is named after a prominent 19th-century Argentine politician and journalist whose legacy shaped the nation. This connection to local history gives the structure meaning beyond its function as a workplace.
The building is located on the busy Avenida 9 de Julio with good access by public transport, as multiple bus lines and subway stations are nearby. Its position in Retiro makes it convenient to reach other areas of the city from here.
The building features a helipad on its roof, making it one of the few office buildings in Buenos Aires with this amenity. This unusual feature demonstrates how forward-thinking the design was when it was built.
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