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Story

A transformative architectural proposal for ARCO 2026 The 350.000 Ha project by Bouzas . salazarsequeromedina is a compelling architectural response to the devastation of wildfires in the northwestern Iberian Peninsula. Designed for the 45th edition of ARCO, this project embodies a duality: a constructed Guest Lounge and an evoked memory of the scorched forests. The title reflects the vast area affected by wildfires, with a significant portion in Ourense. Central to the design is the use of timber salvaged from these burned forests, a material choice that speaks to resilience and renewal. The project explores the primitive allure of fire, creating a space that gathers visitors around a warm, communal glow. The Guest Lounge is a sanctuary within the fair, offering a space for reflection and connection.

Design Highlights

Material Palette: Utilizes four types of reclaimed timber, including charred bark and sawn timber, to create structural and aesthetic elements. Lumbre Concept: A monumental-scale installation that evokes the warmth and gathering power of fire, contrasting with the fair's visual noise. Atmospheric Design: Six diagonal planes of light suspended above, with a contrasting dark space for informal visitor rest. Functional Zones: Includes a bar, cloakroom, sponsor areas, and a VIP room, organized around a central light-dark dichotomy.

Key Facts

Detail Description
Architect Bouzas . salazarsequeromedina
Location Madrid, Spain
Year 2026
Status Competition
Main Material Reclaimed timber
Event ARCO 2026

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Wall Cladding: Dark, textured wall cladding using charred bark segments.
  • Ceiling Finish: Thin wooden veneers clad the skin of the suspended planes of light.

Materials

  • Wood — Used structurally and as cladding, sourced from burned forests.
  • Metal — Used in trusses to suspend planes of light.

Construction / Systems

  • Suspended Ceiling System: Planes of light suspended using metal trusses, clad in wooden veneers.

Products

  • Wood Products — Reclaimed Timber — by FINSA (Structural and cladding applications)

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: warm tones, dark textures
  • Lighting: Warm, inviting glow with contrasts of light and darkness.

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