Architecture professionals can transform the atmosphere of a structure by reimagining and repurposing outdated infrastructures, such as adapting old water tanks into spaces for sustainable living. The interplay of light, ventilation, and integration of nature can significantly alter spatial perception. The article highlights Choza. Espacio de Arquitectura's Impluvium project, which exemplifies how historical structures can evolve to meet contemporary needs while fostering environmental sustainability. By incorporating emotional, climatic, and material aspects, the atmosphere of spaces can be enriched to reflect the cultural memory of communities and the changing demands of society.
Peter Zumthor states in his book Atmospheres, "The atmosphere speaks to an emotional sensitivity, a perception that operates at an incredible speed and that humans possess for survival."
Choza. Espacio de Arquitectura believes that atmosphere is shaped by the space that gives architecture meaning and significance, as well as the emotions it evokes through its formal, material, lighting, acoustic, and climatic qualities.
The reuse of infrastructure across diverse environments reflects the challenges of contemporary life, where awareness of climate change and new technologies contribute to building a more sustainable habitat.
The Impluvium project repurposes a historic water tank into a sustainable space for domestic vegetable cultivation, linking the past with a notion of more sustainable living.
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