- Opening date: January 3, 1936
- Architects: Luis de la Torre, Ernesto Lagos, Gregorio Sanchez
- Address: Florida 1065, 1005 Buenos Aires
- Phone: +54 11 4312-3681
The building of Kavanagh is one of the most famous monuments of the architecture of the continent. It appeared in the Retiro quarter, located in Buenos Aires , shortly before the outbreak of World War II. Edificio Kavanagh became the highest skyscraper in the capital of Argentina . This reinforced concrete building has the maximum height and among all structures of South America. It is interesting that this is where the air conditioning system was first installed in Buenos Aires. In 1999, the building was ranked by UNESCO to the world's architectural heritage.
Architectural features
The area of the building is as much as 2400 square meters. m, and height - 120 m. In the skyscraper there are 33 floors and underground, 113 apartments are placed on them. All of them are designed according to an individual plan and have a separate entrance. For greater convenience of tenants in the house 13 lifts and 5 ladders are provided. You can also enter it through 5 different doors. An additional bonus for the residents of Buenos Aires, not spoiled by excessive comfort, have their own parking and small outlets open on the first floor.
The building of Kavan is erected in the style of rationalism. To its central and the highest part adjoin two smaller ones, each of which, in turn, is supplemented also by a small wing. This stepped design has allowed to supplement some apartments with large terrace balconies, from which an amazing view of the capital of Argentina opens. For the best facade, the building was awarded a municipal prize.
In shape, the skyscraper resembles the nose of a giant ship, which seems to be heading towards the Rio de la Plata. It lacks a gate and intercom, so if you need to visit one of the tenants, contact the concierge: he will call the right apartment. The apartments are finished with oak, the thickness of which is half an inch. Wooden decor items are also made of oak or mahogany, and metal parts are designed from an alloy of white metals.
The apartment is located on the 14th floor and occupies it completely. From there you can see charming views of:
- Puerto Madero ;
- Rio de la Plata;
- Plaza San Martín .
Legendary origin
The construction of the skyscraper is covered with legends. It is well known that he was sponsored by Korina Kavanagh - a representative of a rich, but not distinguished Irish family. There are several versions of why the building was built so as to obscure the view of the Basilica of the Holy Sacrament:
- Corina was an opponent of Catholicism.
- Madame Kavanagh wanted to take revenge on the representative of the aristocratic Argentinean family Anchoren, whose palace was also located on San Martin Square. Mercedes Anchorena was considered the patroness of the basilica. According to one version, arrogant arrogants did not want to be related to Corina (or her daughter), who fell in love with one of their offspring. On the other hand, a rich patron of arts wanted to take revenge on the proud aristocrats for contempt of their origin and to shield their view of the basilica.
How to get to the skyscraper?
Depending on where you settled in, you can get to the building of Cavan in various ways:
- From the west, you need to travel along Avenue Santa Fe and turn left at the intersection with Florida Street .
- From the north, stick to Avenue del Libertador and turn right at the crossroads from Florida.
- From the south, go to Maipu Street and turn right at the intersection with Florida.