The work of the City Council of Córdoba is already catching the attention of all citizens passing through Costanera Avenue, between Alvear and Maipú bridges.

What was for 14 years an amorphous and abandoned structure is gradually transforming into the modern building that will house the municipal Legislative Department.
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According to municipal information, work is underway on flooring installation, carpentry on the administrative sector level, intumescent painting of basement structures, acoustic cladding in the session hall, and the new elevator core. The temporary union of companies (UTE) formed by Roggio and Riva is carrying out the work.
It’s worth noting that a significant part of the execution focused on remediation of the concrete structure abandoned in 2008. Original flaws and the passage of time required engineering tasks to reinforce the construction with 70 new columns.
Furthermore, the original project was modified to adapt to new needs. The project’s direction was entrusted to Mariano Faraci, Iván Kustich, and Juan Barrionuevo, from the studio that won the project competition in 2006.
The 2006 vision included a building of 5,746 square meters, a large civic plaza, and an underground parking for nearly 150 vehicles. It featured a prominent use of exposed brick and concrete, with one section clad in lapacho wood.
It was illuminated with incandescent lights, lacked connectivity provisions, and had oversized, less efficient air conditioning systems.
Now it boasts aluminum architecture with thermopane glass panels, exposed concrete on the west side, and the chamber will be clad in metal pieces. Additionally, GRC, a cladding material developed by Astori, is being used.
The session chamber is elevated, symbolizing “the elevation of politics.” A transparent front facing the river stands out, symbolizing the need for political transparency.
Moreover, the main hall resembles a large plaza with public space furniture. It will feature gender-neutral bathrooms, and all spaces are accessible.
The chamber will accommodate 50 spoon-shaped benches. Currently, there are 31 councilors, but it’s designed to accommodate potential future modifications.
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*Article published in La Voz del Interior.  Original article available