Terrazas del Portezuelo
San Luis
Terrazas del Portezuelo is a distinctive civic park and government complex located on a 20-hectare hill near San Luis, Argentina. It includes the first ecological public building in the country, the Casa de Gobierno, inaugurated in 2010 to commemorate the bicentennial of the May Revolution. Designed by architect Esteban Bondone, the complex integrates sustainable architecture with native flora and panoramic views of the city, Portezuelo, and the surrounding San Luis mountain range. The Casa de Gobierno is a pyramid-shaped, transparent building with a double-glazed glass facade treated with titanium, spanning over 11,500 square meters and six floors including a winter garden observatory. It houses the Governor's offices, private residence, and social event spaces. The complex also features four ministerial buildings dedicated to technology, strategic development, economy, and human resources, alongside a public plaza and the 125-meter-high Bicentennial Landmark tower. The project emphasizes energy efficiency, with intelligent lighting systems, advanced thermal insulation, and variable refrigerant volume HVAC technology. Waste recycling is actively implemented to minimize environmental impact, making Terrazas del Portezuelo a pioneering example of sustainable public architecture in Argentina.
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Astuce: Visitors should consider exploring Terrazas del Portezuelo during daylight hours to fully appreciate the panoramic views of San Luis and the surrounding mountains. Booking guided tours in advance is recommended to gain insight into the architectural innovations and sustainability features. The site offers educational opportunities about ecological building practices. There are no specific ticket prices, but checking for any available discounts or group rates ahead of time can enhance the visit experience.
Faits intéressants
- •Terrazas del Portezuelo houses Argentina's first ecological public building, certified by the Climate Project Foundation initiated by Al Gore.
- •The Casa de Gobierno building is pyramid-shaped with a 65-meter square base and 47 meters in height.
- •The complex includes a 125-meter-high Bicentennial Landmark tower.
- •The building uses double-glazed glass with titanium coatings for thermal insulation, reducing energy consumption by up to 70%.
- •The HVAC system employs Variable Refrigerant Volume technology for efficient climate control.
- •Waste recycling at the site targets separation of paper, plastic, organic waste, and electronic waste for reuse.
Histoire
Terrazas del Portezuelo was inaugurated on July 9, 2010, as part of a bicentennial tribute to the May Revolution, initiated by Governor Alberto Rodríguez Saá.
It represents Argentina's first public ecological building, certified by the Climate Project Foundation started by Al Gore in 2011.
The complex was designed by architect Esteban Bondone as a sustainable civic park, integrating government offices with native flora and panoramic landscapes.
Over time, it has become a symbol of environmental responsibility and innovative public administration in San Luis Province.
Guide du lieu
Casa de Gobierno (Government House)2010
A pyramid-shaped, six-story building with a transparent double-glazed glass facade treated with titanium, designed as the first ecological public building in Argentina. It contains the Governor's offices, private residence, social event halls, and a winter garden observatory with panoramic views.
Ministerial BuildingsPost-2010
Four buildings named Proyección a Futuro (Technology), Estrategias (Strategic Development), Conservador (Economy), and Capital (Human Resources). These buildings surround the Casa de Gobierno and support provincial administration.
Bicentennial Landmark Tower2010
A 125-meter-high tower serving as a symbolic monument commemorating Argentina's bicentennial of the May Revolution, located within the civic park.
Civic Park and Native Flora
The park spans approximately 20 hectares on a hill populated with native vegetation, offering scenic views of San Luis city, Portezuelo, and the surrounding mountain ranges.
Contact
Téléphone: 0266 445-2000