#CiTiO

Memory

CiTiO emerged as a nimble response to the bureaucratic hurdles encountered during the pandemic when managing new construction permits in Buenos Aires. Conceived as an experiment in flexible, multi-use space, CiTiO blends a compact, semi-covered interior dining area with lush vegetation and a generous public realm expansion.

Situated on an atypical urban plot with dual street access, each exhibiting distinct rhythms yet shared characteristics, the project features four freestanding rectangular volumes. These volumes, deliberately detached from the property lines, create an unconventional urban pathway.

Within these prismatic structures, diverse culinary experiences unfold, unified by a cohesive interior-exterior aesthetic under a singular spatial framework.

Each volume's facade and interior configuration are unique, with the interior acting as a brand interface, adapting materials and layouts to individual tenant needs. Linear bar counters along the perimeter foster a sense of community between vendors and patrons.

The street-facing exterior features a substantial linear expansion with a built-in bench and integrated greenery, acting as an acoustic buffer against the busy thoroughfare, thus establishing an intimate rhythm akin to the interior spaces.
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