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Location
Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Structure
Office
Roof Concep
Roof Concep
The main space illustrates the openness to the outside, creating a seamless connection between the interior and exterior
The main space illustrates the openness to the outside, creating a seamless connection between the interior and exterior
Flexible Use Diagrams
Flexible Use Diagrams
Superstructure of inclined columns that simulate tree trunks, creating a natural and organic effect in the architectural design
Superstructure of inclined columns that simulate tree trunks, creating a natural and organic effect in the architectural design
Connection with the existing nature, providing the opportunity to create a unique and integrated space within its surroundings
Connection with the existing nature, providing the opportunity to create a unique and integrated space within its surroundings
The tree becomes an integral element of the space, enriching the architectural experience
The tree becomes an integral element of the space, enriching the architectural experience
The deck serves as an extension of the space, creating a seamless transition between the interior and the exterior
The deck serves as an extension of the space, creating a seamless transition between the interior and the exterior
The texture of the floor and wall transforms into a staircase, while the metal of the mezzanine appears to float, also becoming stairs
The texture of the floor and wall transforms into a staircase, while the metal of the mezzanine appears to float, also becoming stairs
Natural light floods the space, a result of the design of a building with abundant glass surfaces, allowing for maximum utilization of natural light and enhancing the architectural details
Natural light floods the space, a result of the design of a building with abundant glass surfaces, allowing for maximum utilization of natural light and enhancing the architectural details
Organic texture of the wooden ceiling, adding warmth and a connection to nature within the space
Organic texture of the wooden ceiling, adding warmth and a connection to nature within the space
Multipurpose Roof Diagrams
Multipurpose Roof Diagrams
Reception that feels as if it’s outdoors, even though it is indoors, creating a unique connection with the surroundings
Reception that feels as if it’s outdoors, even though it is indoors, creating a unique connection with the surroundings
The building blends into the trees, reflecting how architecture is designed to integrate with its surroundings from the very outset
The building blends into the trees, reflecting how architecture is designed to integrate with its surroundings from the very outset

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Architect
Arq. Rodolfo Tinocco
Arq. Luis Mauricio Solís
Ana Maria Murillo
Interior Design
LSD Architects
Builder
LSD Architects
Photographer

From LSD Architects

LSD HEADQUARTERS

This project holds unique value for our office, as it presents fundamental ideas that are highly relevant to our practice as architects at LSD.
This project is the result of an exhaustive site analysis. we have explored innovative and unconventional concepts and we have decided to experiment with ideas that, normally, a client would not allow us to implement.
Metaphorical speaking our building is like a wave, like the tube of a wave, ever-changing in to different shapes, reshaping, regenerating, connected to the earth and energy-based to archive the healthy way.
The LSD Architects office building was conceived as a multifunctional and flexible structure designed to be used in various ways throughout its lifespan. It functions as a model of regenerative energy, adapting to the needs of its users.
Initially, it appears as an architecture office with very open spaces, part of the building is in a free plan, generating a sense of spaciousness, grandeur, and total interconnection. Additionally, this same building has the capacity to be divided into two commercial spaces, each with its own set of bathrooms and personalized access. It can also be transformed into a residence, with a social area and kitchen on the first floor, and a bedroom with a bathroom, plus another bedroom with a bathroom on the second floor.

We believe that flexibility in buildings will be essential in the future, as the reuse of structures is one of the most important aspects of sustainability.
The roof consists of a floating concrete slab, which will initially be used as a habitable green roof and for the installation of photovoltaic panels. This same slab has the capacity to house two studios, which can be added in the future and this slab can collect water for reuse.

The slab is supported by round columns that, metaphorically, resemble the trunks of the trees around it, creating a sense of connection and openness between the internal and external spaces.

The Tube is based on a hybrid construction system, where the material of each element is consistent with its function. The floors isolate moisture from the environment, the glass walls allow for contact with nature and regulate the entry of natural light and ventilation, while the wooden ceiling provides a natural and organic texture, creating an attractive and aesthetically pleasing internal space.