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Juan Borchers / Isidro Suárez / Jesús Bermejo: COPELEC (Cooperativa de Servicios Eléctricos), 1960D–1965

  • Chillán, Chile, Show on map
  • #COM #CastInPlaceConcrete #Latin America
  • This building can be seen as an eclectic collection of a broad range of Le Corbusier designs. An abstract grid, as seen in Ahmedabad, is placed right next to a wavy wall with small windows, as seen at the Chapelle de Ronchamp and La Tourette. Sculptural protrusions, as seen at the church in Firminy, complete the exposed concrete ensemble.

  • In use. Heritage protected since 2008, but reported as ageing/endangered due to lack of maintenance. Restoration and possible public reuse have been discussed (last updated on January 16, 2025).