2 news and picture results for the tag: Colonia.

River Plate Coast Guard Headquarters in National Navy, Colonia, Uruguay

February 3, 2011 Filed Under: Cultural, Public Buildings
River Plate Coast Guard Headquarters in National Navy, Colonia, Uruguay

Located in National Navy, Colonia, Uruguay, River Plate Coast Guard Headquarters was designed by Lambrechts-Bertinat Arquitectos. This landmark building acts like a beacon for the town and is an important visual reference in the river traffic between Argentina and Uruguay, making it one of the most significant statements of entry. The building performs a sculptured arrangement of planes and volumes... 

Catholic Church in Colonia, Uruguay

February 1, 2011 Filed Under: Public Buildings, Religion
Catholic Church in Colonia, Uruguay

The Catholic Church designed by Lambrechts-Bertinat Arquitectos is located in Colonia, Uruguay.  This small Catholic Church is situated on the shores of the River Plate on the isolated Parant Beach. The stretches of white sand contrast sharply with the blood red waters of the River Plate making an ethereal quality in the light which is reflected in the colours of the church. The interior is light,...