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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Campus Motor in Barcelona, Spain by Pere Puig ArquitecteMarch 2nd, 2017 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: Pere Puig Arquitecte The building is connected to a racetrack located in Barcelona, and is actively used as a training site for professional motor racing. Several companies involved in the industry have set up permanent offices in this building. A flexible design was needed for the building so that it could accommodate several companies of varying sizes. For this reason, the building is divided between several 35 square meter subdivisions or sectors. Each is independent from the other, and all mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) utilities were installed below each sector, allowing for an unobstructed view, optimal energy efficiency, and minimized energy consumption.  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós
 Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós The building had to be completed in only 6 months, and therefore we chose to employ already built concrete frames while the concrete was being moulded in a factory we begin to lay the foundations of the building and transform the plot of land. Special care was taken when selecting the glass panes to prevent overheating, minimize greenhouse effects and eliminate the possibility of an irritating glare appearing on, for example, their computer monitors.  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós We sought to prevent any potential issues related to oxidation, or rusting of any metallic components. We therefore only employed aluminium, galvanized and or stainless steel, and obviously abstained from using any painted iron. The interior had to be crafted with the most durable of materials; cement plates were thus chosen as they are more resistant to shock and moisture exposure and damage than dry wall and sheetrock. A porcelain floor helped us to create a solid, durable, and shock resistant surface.  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós The interior finish was coloured white to complement and enhance the building’s light output. The air conditioning is powered by geothermal energy which is quite low maintenance, is more economical, and as a system it greatly reduces CO2 emissions. The lighting system includes an automatic adjustment feature that maximizes natural light.  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós  Image Courtesy © Carla Arbós  Image Courtesy © Pere Puig Arquitecte  Image Courtesy © Pere Puig Arquitecte  Image Courtesy © Pere Puig Arquitecte  Image Courtesy © Pere Puig Arquitecte
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