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How much does it cost to live in the longest iconic building in Buenos Aires and why does it have two names? - Infobae
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November 23, 2024
Built in 1912, it has a 120-metre frontage and was designed by a Swiss architect. Its ground floor has a commercial plinth dominated by gastronomic spaces, while its “bow-windows” stand out for their visual appeal.
By Jose Luis Cieri
It is located on Avenida Caseros at 400, where it is a boulevard, very close to Parque Lezama, it has 120 meters of frontage and is the longest in CABA, it goes from one corner to the other, between Bolívar and Defensa.
In the San Telmo neighborhood , very close to the border with La Boca and next to Parque Lezama, stands the longest building in Buenos Aires. With an imposing 120-meter façade on Avenida Caseros (between Bolívar and Defensa), this iconic construction is known as the “Edificio Schindler” and also as the “Edificio de los Ingleses” (or “Conventillo de los Ingleses”).
Today, the property combines apartments for sale and rent with a ground-floor commercial space that houses a thriving gastronomic hub.
This building was designed between 1910 and 1912 by the Swiss architect Christian Schindler , at the request of Alberto Anchorena , the owner of the land. Conceived as a residence for the English directors of the Southern Railway, its design reflects the European influence characteristic of the early 20th century.
Román Paikin , from San Román Properties and an expert in urban heritage, pointed it out to Infobae as “one of the most relevant constructions of rental architecture of its time, located in a privileged environment, next to Lezama Park and on an avenue that has now regained prominence.”
Distributed in five symmetrical blocks with independent entrances between numbers 410 and 490 on Avenida Caseros, the building stands out for its unique style.
View from Defensa Street
Each entrance leads to spacious apartments, originally designed for families of railway professionals and managers. Inside, luxurious details include marble staircases, wooden floors and cage elevators.
Furthermore, the bow-windows , characteristic of its front, are a type that protrude from the plane of the facade of a building and create a semicircular or polygonal space.
This design allows for a visual expansion of the interior, provides greater natural light and a privileged view of the exterior, elements that according to Paikin “provide a unique visual appeal, elevating its architectural value.”
The windows and restaurants are the main features of this 114-year-old building (Photo Courtesy: San Román Properties)
The name “Conventillo de los Ingleses” comes from its first occupants, British directors of the Southern Railway. These references are linked to the English origin of many of the area's historical inhabitants and to the nickname given to Lezama Park in the 19th century as “the Quinta de los Inglés”.
The ground floor spaces, now used for shops, were used as mechanics' workshops in the early years. With the passing of the horizontal property law in 1948, the apartments began to be sold to individual owners.
In the following decades, the building became an attractive residential space for artists such as Roberto Aizenberg , Josefina Robirosa and Cecilio Madanes , who marked a period of cultural splendor in the area.
Schindler's work stands out not only for its architectural design, but also for its impact on urban transformation. Paikin noted that "this building is a historical jewel that maintains its essence, adapting to the present time with the splendor of its origin."
It is located in a dynamic area of the city of Buenos Aires, the apartments are bright (Photo Courtesy: Re/Max)
Recent renovations to its apartments preserved its original style while updating it to contemporary needs.
According to Fernando Lorenzi , from the INFILL architecture studio and an expert in general and dome renovations, “these works require observing, analyzing and revaluing each element without violating its essence, with interventions that allow the architecture to be redefined and adapted to new uses.”
The oak doors also stand out
Modernising a building like this requires adapting it to contemporary needs. “Giving new uses to spaces that no longer fulfil their original function, such as a fumoir (smoking room) and a sewing room, must be done while respecting the historical value in order to harmonise with new demands,” explained Lorenzi.
According to experts, the style of the Schindler Building evokes mid-19th-century Victorian architecture, combined with French details visible, especially in the design of the slate mansards and the corner trim.
Renting a two-berooms apartment there starts at $600,000 and up.
The building features unique details that highlight its heritage value, such as the oak doors with black fittings and the varied designs of the railings on its balconies, which give a distinctive character to this architectural gem.
“Cage elevators and other period details are essential in restoration projects. Replacing them is not an option without compromising the authenticity of the space. These elements are part of the building’s historical narrative and contribute to maintaining its unique character, both for its inhabitants and for those who visit it,” Lorenzi added.
One of the apartments for sale (Photo Courtesy: Re/Max)
This apartment, located at the front of the third floor, offers open views from its balcony and a design that stands out for its spaciousness and flexible use of its spaces.
The property has a reception hall that connects the living room, the living-dining room and the bedrooms, as well as a suite with a dressing room and a full bathroom.
Several of the units have more than two bedrooms
The service area features a spacious kitchen, dining room and laundry room. Wooden floors in the main areas and ceramic floors in the service areas highlight both the durability and aesthetics of the place.
With cage lifts
These types of historic properties attract families and buyers looking for unique properties with strong architectural and cultural value.
In addition, there are other properties for rent that range between $600,000 and $700,000 per month, as they are large units.
Several of the apartments combine a contemporary lifestyle with the charm of a heritage building. “Living in a place with history, unique design and a strategic location—in a valued area also close to Barracas—makes it an attractive investment for those looking for something more than a conventional home,” concluded the marketing company.
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Cuánto cuesta vivir en el icónico edificio más largo de Buenos Aires y por qué tiene dos nombres
Construido en 1912, tiene 120 metros de frente y fue diseñado por un arquitecto suizo. Su planta baja cuenta con un zócalo comercial dominado por espacios gastronómicos, mientras que sus ventanas “bow-windows” destacan por su atractivo visual
www.infobae.com
November 23, 2024
Built in 1912, it has a 120-metre frontage and was designed by a Swiss architect. Its ground floor has a commercial plinth dominated by gastronomic spaces, while its “bow-windows” stand out for their visual appeal.
By Jose Luis Cieri
It is located on Avenida Caseros at 400, where it is a boulevard, very close to Parque Lezama, it has 120 meters of frontage and is the longest in CABA, it goes from one corner to the other, between Bolívar and Defensa.
In the San Telmo neighborhood , very close to the border with La Boca and next to Parque Lezama, stands the longest building in Buenos Aires. With an imposing 120-meter façade on Avenida Caseros (between Bolívar and Defensa), this iconic construction is known as the “Edificio Schindler” and also as the “Edificio de los Ingleses” (or “Conventillo de los Ingleses”).
Today, the property combines apartments for sale and rent with a ground-floor commercial space that houses a thriving gastronomic hub.
This building was designed between 1910 and 1912 by the Swiss architect Christian Schindler , at the request of Alberto Anchorena , the owner of the land. Conceived as a residence for the English directors of the Southern Railway, its design reflects the European influence characteristic of the early 20th century.
Román Paikin , from San Román Properties and an expert in urban heritage, pointed it out to Infobae as “one of the most relevant constructions of rental architecture of its time, located in a privileged environment, next to Lezama Park and on an avenue that has now regained prominence.”
Distributed in five symmetrical blocks with independent entrances between numbers 410 and 490 on Avenida Caseros, the building stands out for its unique style.
View from Defensa Street
Each entrance leads to spacious apartments, originally designed for families of railway professionals and managers. Inside, luxurious details include marble staircases, wooden floors and cage elevators.
Furthermore, the bow-windows , characteristic of its front, are a type that protrude from the plane of the facade of a building and create a semicircular or polygonal space.
This design allows for a visual expansion of the interior, provides greater natural light and a privileged view of the exterior, elements that according to Paikin “provide a unique visual appeal, elevating its architectural value.”
The windows and restaurants are the main features of this 114-year-old building (Photo Courtesy: San Román Properties)
The name “Conventillo de los Ingleses” comes from its first occupants, British directors of the Southern Railway. These references are linked to the English origin of many of the area's historical inhabitants and to the nickname given to Lezama Park in the 19th century as “the Quinta de los Inglés”.
The ground floor spaces, now used for shops, were used as mechanics' workshops in the early years. With the passing of the horizontal property law in 1948, the apartments began to be sold to individual owners.
In the following decades, the building became an attractive residential space for artists such as Roberto Aizenberg , Josefina Robirosa and Cecilio Madanes , who marked a period of cultural splendor in the area.
Schindler's work stands out not only for its architectural design, but also for its impact on urban transformation. Paikin noted that "this building is a historical jewel that maintains its essence, adapting to the present time with the splendor of its origin."
It is located in a dynamic area of the city of Buenos Aires, the apartments are bright (Photo Courtesy: Re/Max)
Recent renovations to its apartments preserved its original style while updating it to contemporary needs.
The challenge of restoring a heritage icon
The building poses particular challenges due to its age and architectural significance. Intervening in this type of heritage requires a comprehensive approach that takes into account its style, original functionality and urban integration.According to Fernando Lorenzi , from the INFILL architecture studio and an expert in general and dome renovations, “these works require observing, analyzing and revaluing each element without violating its essence, with interventions that allow the architecture to be redefined and adapted to new uses.”
The oak doors also stand out
Modernising a building like this requires adapting it to contemporary needs. “Giving new uses to spaces that no longer fulfil their original function, such as a fumoir (smoking room) and a sewing room, must be done while respecting the historical value in order to harmonise with new demands,” explained Lorenzi.
According to experts, the style of the Schindler Building evokes mid-19th-century Victorian architecture, combined with French details visible, especially in the design of the slate mansards and the corner trim.
Renting a two-berooms apartment there starts at $600,000 and up.
The building features unique details that highlight its heritage value, such as the oak doors with black fittings and the varied designs of the railings on its balconies, which give a distinctive character to this architectural gem.
“Cage elevators and other period details are essential in restoration projects. Replacing them is not an option without compromising the authenticity of the space. These elements are part of the building’s historical narrative and contribute to maintaining its unique character, both for its inhabitants and for those who visit it,” Lorenzi added.
Real estate
In the iconic building, a semi-floor of 125 square meters is currently for sale, with a value of USD 300,000, according to information from an office affiliated with the Re/Max Argentina and Uruguay network.
One of the apartments for sale (Photo Courtesy: Re/Max)
This apartment, located at the front of the third floor, offers open views from its balcony and a design that stands out for its spaciousness and flexible use of its spaces.
The property has a reception hall that connects the living room, the living-dining room and the bedrooms, as well as a suite with a dressing room and a full bathroom.
Several of the units have more than two bedrooms
The service area features a spacious kitchen, dining room and laundry room. Wooden floors in the main areas and ceramic floors in the service areas highlight both the durability and aesthetics of the place.
With cage lifts
These types of historic properties attract families and buyers looking for unique properties with strong architectural and cultural value.
In addition, there are other properties for rent that range between $600,000 and $700,000 per month, as they are large units.
Several of the apartments combine a contemporary lifestyle with the charm of a heritage building. “Living in a place with history, unique design and a strategic location—in a valued area also close to Barracas—makes it an attractive investment for those looking for something more than a conventional home,” concluded the marketing company.
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