Photo by Alvaro Capistrán

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The experimental museum “El Eco”, developed by Mathías Goeritz in 1952, is one of the most significant and emblematic buildings of the twentieth century in Mexico.

Photo by Alvaro Capistrán

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In 2005 the museum was restored by the UNAM, and in 2006 a contest was called for an annex building to contain its complementary services.

Photo by Alvaro Capistrán

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The winning proposal designed by LAR and FRENTE, is a careful exercise of integration with the original construction and dignifies the Eco Museum.

Photo by Alvaro Capistrán

© FRENTEarquitectura . Pubblicata il 01 Giugno 2010.

The project is notable for its discreet and respectful attitude towards the existing building while retaining a contemporary character.

Photo by Alvaro Capistrán

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The “L” form building is situated between two trapezoidal patios, the main one opens to the street and the second one is an interior patio.

Photo by Fidel Ugarte

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The ground floor has a multiple activities room, workshop and storage room. The upper floor has offices, dinning room and washroom.

Photo by Jorge Silva

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Photo by Juan Carlos Polanco

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© FRENTEarquitectura . Pubblicata il 01 Giugno 2010.

© FRENTEarquitectura . Pubblicata il 01 Giugno 2010.

© FRENTEarquitectura . Pubblicata il 01 Giugno 2010.

© FRENTEarquitectura . Pubblicata il 01 Giugno 2010.