Edificio Panamericano, Residential building in Buceo district, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Description
Edificio Panamericano is a residential building rising about 50 meters (164 feet) with 17 floors, distinguished by continuous glass facades supported by distinctive V-shaped concrete pillars. The structure contains ten elevators and provides residents with views over the Port of Buceo and nearby beaches.
History
Construction of this residential complex, designed by architect Raúl A. Sichero Bouret, began in 1960 and reached completion in 1964. The project emerged during a period when modern architecture was reshaping the city and establishing new housing standards.
Culture
Residents and visitors recognize this structure as a landmark of modern urban development in the neighborhood, shaping how people navigate and understand the district. The building stands as a reference point that locals use when describing locations around the area.
Practical
The building stands at Luis Alberto de Herrera 1042 and is easily accessible by public transport, as it sits in an established residential neighborhood. Keep in mind this is a lived-in residence, so interior access is limited and it is best appreciated from the outside.
Did you know?
The original plans included a second identical block, but financial constraints limited the project to the single structure visible today. This unrealized vision reveals how economic realities shaped urban development during that period.
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