{"id":13222,"date":"2025-08-06T17:31:41","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T10:31:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/zaha-hadid-architects-21-story-tower-leads-neighborhood-regeneration-proposal-in-malaga\/"},"modified":"2025-08-06T17:31:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T10:31:41","slug":"zaha-hadid-architects-21-story-tower-leads-neighborhood-regeneration-proposal-in-malaga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/zaha-hadid-architects-21-story-tower-leads-neighborhood-regeneration-proposal-in-malaga\/","title":{"rendered":"zaha hadid architects\u2019 21-story tower leads neighborhood regeneration proposal in malaga"},"content":{"rendered":"

zha\u2019s residential tower to anchor neighborhood regeneration<\/h2>\n

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As Malaga<\/strong><\/a> continues to transform its former industrial port into a vibrant urban quarter, Sierra Blanca Estates (SBE) unveils a major proposal for the El Bulto neighborhood, anchored by a Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA)<\/strong><\/a>-designed, 21-story residential<\/strong><\/a> tower. The scheme introduces 153 market-rate apartments along with 80 units of subsidized housing (VPO) earmarked for long-term residents of the working-class community, signaling a shift in how Spanish coastal cities are planning for inclusive, sustainable, and future-facing growth.<\/p>\n

all images courtesy of ZHA<\/p>\n

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the sculptural tower introduces a landmark presence in malaga<\/h2>\n

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Located beside the port\u2019s railway line, the El Bulto proposal is the first in Andalusia to be implemented under a new urban development model focused on co-management and sustainable integration. Spearheaded by Marbella-based<\/strong><\/a> SBE as the area\u2019s designated Urban Planning Agent, the project extends into broader urban planning, proposing a network of public squares, landscaped gardens, shaded courtyards, and new recreational and sports facilities. These additions aim to open up the portside area to the city at large, fostering community interaction while improving quality of life for both residents and visitors.<\/p>\n

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The sculptural, high-density residential building, designed by the team<\/strong><\/a> at ZHA, centers the proposal and intends to provide much-needed housing in the city while introducing a landmark presence on Malaga\u2019s evolving skyline. Designed by Patrik Schumacher with project lead Manuela Gatto, the tower reflects ZHA\u2019s signature dynamism, integrating sustainability principles through a team led by Carlos Bausa Martinez.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Crucially, the proposal includes the preservation and relocation of several heritage assets in the area, including the Cottolengo Diocesan Residence \u2013 an important gesture towards cultural continuity in a district often overlooked in the city\u2019s touristic image. While construction timelines have yet to be confirmed, the proposal mirrors how the city envisions its future.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

21-story residential\u00a0tower designed by\u00a0Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) to rise in Malaga | render by Atchain<\/p>\n

the scheme introduces 153 market-rate apartments along with 80 units of subsidized housing<\/p>\n

the El Bulto proposal is the first in Andalusia to be implemented under a new urban development model | render by Morean<\/p>\n

the sculptural, high-density residential building centers the proposal<\/p>\n

the tower reflects ZHA\u2019s signature dynamism<\/p>\n

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the proposal includes the preservation and relocation of several heritage assets in the area<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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project info:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> El Bulto proposal<\/p>\n

architect:<\/strong> Zaha Hadid Architects<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0@zahahadidarchitects<\/a><\/p>\n

location:<\/strong> Malaga, Spain<\/p>\n

client \/ developer:<\/strong> Sierra Blanca Estates<\/a> | @sierrablancaestates<\/a><\/p>\n

urban planning agent:<\/strong> Sierra Blanca Estates<\/p>\n

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design lead:<\/strong> Patrik Schumacher<\/p>\n

project director:<\/strong> Manuela Gatto<\/p>\n

project team:<\/strong> Alicia Hidalgo, Armando Bussey, Jessica Wang, Jose Pareja Gomez, Laizhen Wu, Massimo Napoleoni, Thomas Bagnoli, Veronica Erspamer<\/p>\n

sustainability team:<\/strong> Carlos Bausa Martinez, Aditya Ambare, Aleksander Mastalski, Bahaa Alnassrallah, Disha Shetty, Shibani Choudhury<\/p>\n

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