Starbucks Coffee Torre Galicia

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Award Winner : Ruca Panel

Architectural Excellence : Starbucks’ building is located within the complex that corresponds to the skyscraper of a commercial bank in Buenos Aires. It consists of 2 modules totaling 400 sq. ft. The prefabricated counter is entirely made of structural steel profiles; the store is in the first floor and the second floor includes a sector that provides support to the first one, both restrained by an external deck that works as building expansion.

Cost Energy Effectiveness : The store is located in a place of high public circulation: Buenos Aires’ financial downtown. Off-site project performance allowed saving considerable costs given the relevant labor safety and working time restrictions in force. Another advantage of the project was its short 80-day term for complete project execution and additional possibilities -despite its permanent modular building nature- in the event of potential relocation needs.

Design Firm Name : RUCA PANEL / ALSEA

Engineering Firm Name : Ruca Panel

Installer Firm Name : Ruca Panel

Occupied Date : 9/30/2017

Owner Firm Name : ALSEA

Production Start Date : 7/12/2017

Project Location City : Buenos Aires City

Project Location State Name : Argentina

Technical Innovation : For materials contrast, we chose a wood and irregular concrete tiles covering; they merge with thin black aluminum frames offering a sophisticated –while industrial- appearance. The main purpose of the cafeteria’s design was to create a complete experience of each aspect involved in coffee production and consumption. It caters as a coffee shop, a cafeteria and a restaurant. Given existing limitations for accessing the premises, the ceiling was made with roof panels that were built, transported and assembled independently.

Total Square Feet : 400