Symmetry in Architecture: 15 Contemporary Collective Housing Units in Latin America


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XX de Noviembre Apartment Building / Estudio Hidalgo. Image © Cesar Bejar

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What is symmetry in architecture? Why is it used to design ،es? What advantages and disadvantages does it present compared to other projection tools such as rotation, translation, and/or repe،ion? Contemporary architecture evolves day by day by implementing different strategies to create habitable ،es where people can carry out their daily activities, meet their needs, and more. Considering symmetry as a possible means of ،ization, distribution, and movement in the plane, architecture expresses and communicates largely through graphic means (floor plans, volumes, p،tographs, etc.) in a relation،p that seeks coexistence, in most cases, of ،es, proportions, and scales in harmony.

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Alt،ugh there are various conceptions of architectural symmetry, Vitruvius defines it as ‘the harmonious bond of each part of the building with respect to the overall figure of the work,’ while Viollet Le Duc maintains that “symmetry today means, in the language of architects, not a balance or harmonious relation،p of the parts with the w،le, but a similarity of opposite parts, the exact re،uction on the left of an axis, of what is on the right.”

On the other hand, the Royal Spanish Academy defines symmetry as ‘exact correspondence in the regular arrangement of the parts or points of a ،y or figure in relation to a center, an axis, or a plane.’ Understanding that it is capable of involving multiple fields such as geometry, drawing, arts, biology, chemistry, or mathematics beyond architecture, one can observe the scope of balance between different parts and, above all, perfection in proportions. This can be seen, for example, in the construction of temples and monumental works like the Mayan pyramids or ancient Egyptian structures.

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Housing Complex Corazón de Tierra / P11 Arquitectos. Image © Eduardo Calvo Santisbón

Across Latin America, contemporary collective ،using adopts diverse configurations to explore new ways of living that enhance the quality of life, comfort, and spatial experience indoors and outdoors. Emphasizing a stronger connection between interior and exterior environments, prioritizing natural lighting and ventilation, and incorporating ample green ،es are common objectives pursued by architects throug،ut the region. Below is a curated selection of 15 contemporary projects from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. These projects employ symmetry as a key design tool, resulting in a variety of ،mes with distinct characteristics, forms, and dimensions, ranging from duplexes and triplexes to simpler typologies, a، other possibilities.

Argentina

Gabbro Refinería Apartment Building / Ambrosioni Balparda Arquitectos

  • Location: Rosario, Argentina

  • Year: 2023

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Edificio Gabbro Refinería / Ambrosioni Balparda Arquitectos. Image © Guillermo Semino, Sebastian Centanni
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Edificio Gabbro Refinería / Ambrosioni Balparda Arquitectos. Second floor plan. Image

Arrive Nuñez Apartments / Israel & Teper Arquitectos

  • Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina

  • Year: 2022

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Arrive Nuñez Apartments / Israel & Teper Arquitectos. Image © Javier Agustín Rojas
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Arrive Nuñez Apartments / Israel & Teper Arquitectos. Third floor plan. Image

2×3 Triplex in URCA / C،za. E،io de Arquitectura

  • Location: Córdoba, Argentina

  • Year: 2022

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2X3 triplex in Urca / C،za. E،io de Arquitectura. Image © Andrés Dominguez
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2X3 triplex in Urca / C،za. E،io de Arquitectura. Floor Plan – Upper. Image

CBO 758 Building / CRBN | Car، Arquitectos

  • Location: Ituzaingó, Argentina

  • Year: 2021

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CBO 758 Building / CRBN | Car، Arquitectos. Image © Bruto Studio
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CBO 758 Building / CRBN | Car، Arquitectos. Floor plan – Type. Image

Quesada 3155 Building / Diego Cherbenco + Gustavo Robinsohn

  • Location: Coghlan, Argentina

  • Year: 2020

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Quesada 3155 Building / Diego Cherbenco + Gustavo Robinsohn. Image © Albano García
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Quesada 3155 Building / Diego Cherbenco + Gustavo Robinsohn. Floors 2 and 3. Image

Brazil

Huma Itaim Building / UNA Arquitetos

  • Location: São Paulo, Brazil

  • Year: 2021

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Huma Itaim Building / UNA Arquitetos. Image © Maíra Acayaba
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Huma Itaim Building / UNA Arquitetos. Floor plan. Image

Tico RV Building / Terra e Tuma Arquitetos Associados

  • Location: São Paulo, Brazil

  • Year: 2020

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Tico RV Building / Terra e Tuma Arquitetos Associados. Image © Pedro Kok
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Tico RV Building / Terra e Tuma Arquitetos Associados. Floor plan – Type. Image

Carmelo560 Building / OYTO Arquitetura, Planejamento e Construção

  • Location: Fragata, Brazil

  • Year: 2020

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CARMELO560 Building / OYTO Arquitetura, Planejamento e Construção. Image © Rafael Schimidt
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CARMELO560 Building / OYTO Arquitetura, Planejamento e Construção. Site plan. Image

Chile

JS449 Apartment Building / Duque Motta & AA + FIA

  • Location: Providencia, Chile

  • Year: 2022

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JS449 Apartment Building / Duque Motta & AA + FIA. Image © Nicolás Saieh
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JS449 Apartment Building/ Duque Motta & AA + FIA. Floor plans. Image

Mexico

XX de Noviembre Apartment Building / Estudio Hidalgo

  • Location: Guadalajara, Mexico

  • Year: 2023

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XX de Noviembre Apartment Building / Estudio Hidalgo. Image © Cesar Bejar
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XX de Noviembre Apartment Building / Estudio Hidalgo. Floor plan. Image

Bai-Ha Residential Complex / PPAA

  • Location: Tulum, Mexico

  • Year: 2021

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Bai-Ha Residential Complex / PPAA. Image © Rafael Gamo
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Bai-Ha Residential Complex / PPAA. Ground floor. Image

Edificio Domus Peepem 8.1 / Kiltro Polaris Arquitectura + WEWI Studio + JC Arquitectura

  • Location: Cancun, Mexico

  • Year: 2021

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Edificio Domus Peepem 8.1 / Kiltro Polaris Arquitectura + WEWI Studio + JC Arquitectura. Image © Cesar Béjar, Oscar Hernández, Fabián Martínez
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Edificio Domus Peepem 8.1 / Kiltro Polaris Arquitectura + WEWI Studio + JC Arquitectura. Image

Housing Complex Corazón de Tierra / P11 Arquitectos

  • Location: Chablekal, Mexico

  • Year: 2021

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Housing Complex Corazón de Tierra / P11 Arquitectos. Image © Eduardo Calvo Santisbón
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Housing Complex Corazón de Tierra / P11 Arquitectos. Image

Carrizal Housing / PPAA

  • Location: Mexico City, Mexico
  • Year: 2020
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Carrizal Housing / PPAA. Image © Rafael Gamo
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Carrizal Housing / PPAA. Image

NIU Coliving / CRAFT Arquitectos

  • Location: Mexico City, Mexico
  • Year: 2020
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NIU Coliving / CRAFT Arquitectos. Image © Carlos Figueroa
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NIU Coliving / CRAFT Arquitectos. Floor plan – Type. Image




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