El revestimiento como mediador entre lo interior y lo exterior

Abstract

This work investigates “architectural cladding as a mediator between interior and exterior spaces”, moving beyond its conception as a mere skin of the building or public space. It is grounded in theories of tectonics, liturgy, spatial perception, and craftsmanship, drawing on ideas from authors such as The Variations of Identity (Martí Arís, 1993), which identifies parts, subsystems, and formal structures in case studies; The Fire and Its Protection, Fundamental Writings of Gottfried Semper (Armesto, 2014), emphasizing the first and second systems; and Architecture: Rituals and Rhythms (Arnau Amo, 2006), which highlights the liturgical function as a symbolism capable of articulating rhythms, paths, and symbols that link the physical and the spiritual. Likewise, The Principle of Cladding: Analysis of Syntactic Intentions (Loos, 1931) defines material as symbolic, and Principle of Cladding (Fanelli & Gargiani, 1996) addresses the detail, material intention, and careful construction of supporting elements. Through a critical analysis of emblematic works by Rogelio Salmona (Archivo General de la Nación and Centro Cultural de Moravia), this study identifies design strategies that employ brick to achieve material continuity and connection with the urban context. Cladding, combined with local craftsmanship and the memory of place, enhances spatial permeability, fostering a harmonious relationship between the project and its environment.