Following their remarkable work on the chocolate museum, Rojkind Arquitectos was commissioned by Nestlé to design a new facility in Queretaro, Mexico. This building houses laboratories, office spaces, auditoriums (designed using BIM), and tasting areas.
A key design challenge stemmed from Queretaro’s historic old town being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. Consequently, new constructions must feature arched porticos that harmonize with the historic character of the city. Architect Rojkind addressed this by reinterpreting the traditional porch and arch, carving out intersecting spheres from orthogonal buildings to create an open and continuous space.
At first glance, these intricate forms might suggest the need for digital construction methods. However, the design employs a straightforward hemispherical dome system made from steel arches and rings, enabling local workers to easily build the structure.
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Project Information
Architect: Rojkind Arquitectos
Designer: Rojkind Arquitectos
Project Manager: Michel Rojkind
Project Managers: Agustín Pereyra, Paulina Goycoolea
Project Team: Moritz Melchert, Tere Levy, Isaac Smeke, Tomas Kristof, Francisco Gordillo, Andrés Altesor, Juan Pablo Espinosa
Facade Engineering: VYCISA
Structural Engineering: Juan Felipe Heredia
MEP: Quantum Design
Furniture Design: Esrawe Diseño / Arne Quinze
Functions: Laboratory, office areas, auditorium, tasting areas
Client: NESTLÉ
Contractor: SLCI Enginee (BIM Learning), Jose Solis
3D Modeling: Juan Carlos Vidals
Building Area: 700 m2
Project Year: 2007
Manufacturer: Aviglass
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