The Aleph Brings Luxury Living to Buenos Aires

Published: 9/30/2008 6:18:00 AM

Keywords: Architecture and Interior Design

In the midst of the bustling cultural district of Puerto Madero in Buenos Aires, The Aleph, a new initiative in premium residences is taking shape.

The new luxury living concept is the result of a collaborative effort between architects Foster + Partners and Argentinean entrepreneur Alan Faena, owner of the adjoining Faena Hotel + Universe.

The Aleph has drawn much of its inspiration from the area’s architecture. The courtyards and open terraces, characteristic of traditional Buenosairean houses or “casa chorizo” as they are known to locals, have been reinvented and incorporated in the design of the apartments.

The bronzed sun screens, limestone floors and organic color schemes of the apartments were influenced by the surrounding post-industrial brick buildings in a contemporary marriage of old and new.

Space and height are central to the design of the units, each with vaulted ceilings and some even with double-height balconies. The three penthouses in the residential block will also come with their very own open terrace.

Topping it all off, residents will enjoy access to the building’s exclusive rooftop pool. Two more residential blocks are expected to be completed as part of the project by 2010.