Platinum Winner of the Architecture & Design Collection Awards 2023
Architect / Designer:
ROBLESARQ
Studio:
ROBLESARQ
Design Team:
Juan Robles
Carolina Gazel
Jimena Odio
Christian Nuñez
Roy Roig
Copyright:
Andres Garcia Lachner
Country:
Costa Rica
Tres Perros is an open restaurant located in the center of San José, in front of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, becoming a terrace option for residents in the area.
The site features a large tree, which we consider a sacred natural element. The design adapts to the contour of the tree, situated in a central garden conceived for contemplation and experiencing nature. The project’s concept is centered around creating a new space in the heart of San José as an open terrace immersed in gardens and vegetable gardens where the boundaries are defined by plants and existing brick walls.
The project was designed during the pandemic, aiming to create an open restaurant that allows for social distancing in a healthy space that grows around the tree. It encourages opportunities for socializing in naturally open and ventilated spaces.
The color palette of the project is natural, using browns, blacks, grays, and oxides, inspired from nature. The main materials include exposed concrete, black steel, wood, and plants.
The project involved the development of hanging rattan art displayed on top of the bar, crafted by local artisans and sculptors. Similarly, the furniture was manufactured in collaboration with local furniture producers.
ROBLESARQ
We are a boutique architecture studio with more than 100,000m2 designed that takes pride in everything it does no matter how big or small the challenge is. For us, EVERY PROJECT PRESENTS AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
ROBLESARQ was founded in 2004 by the Architect Juan Robles. This studio is made up of a qualified multidisciplinary team of young and creative professionals, characterized by their eagerness to search for innovative solutions.
ROBLESARQ is governed by constant research and the use of the highest technology. In addition, it ensures the integration of the vital cycles of the environment through bioclimatic and sustainable architecture. Its holistic vision allows the exquisite use of space and structural order to be mixed with the responsible use of natural resources, such as wind, light and water resulting in attractive and dynamic contemporary spaces; true sanctuaries of design, style and art.