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OOIIO Arquitectura transforms abandoned kitchen factory into auto center in Leganés

architecture-design · 2026-06-12

OOIIO Arquitectura has converted an abandoned kitchen factory in Leganés, Spain, into a car dealership and repair center. The project reuses the existing structure, adding photovoltaic pergolas on the roof that generate enough energy to power the building and nearby constructions. Large ramps connect all floors, organizing vehicle circulation. The facade features white metal louvers on a mint-green substructure for passive solar control. Upper floors remain open for natural cross-ventilation, reducing cooling needs. Rainwater collection and exposed technical elements complete the sustainable design. The ground floor houses commercial areas and workshops, while upper levels store vehicles. Offices are on the first floor. The intervention avoids full demolition, reinforcing the original structure to support new loads. Photography by Javier de Paz.

Key facts

  • Former kitchen factory in Leganés transformed into auto center
  • OOIIO Arquitectura led the project
  • Existing structure reused and reinforced
  • Photovoltaic pergolas on roof generate energy for the building and nearby constructions
  • Large ramps connect all floors for vehicle circulation
  • White metal louvers on mint-green substructure provide passive solar control
  • Upper floors open for natural cross-ventilation, reducing mechanical cooling
  • Rainwater collection and exposed technical elements integrated
  • Ground floor: commercial areas and workshops; upper floors: vehicle storage; first floor: offices
  • Photography by Javier de Paz

Entities

Artists

  • Javier de Paz
  • Joaquín Millán Villamuelas
  • Candela Bonilla Moreno
  • Federica Aridon Mamolar
  • Ximena Zenteno Ladrón de Guevara

Institutions

  • OOIIO Arquitectura
  • OOIIO Architecture
  • Estudio Balloon
  • Aureo Design Wood
  • La Casita Azul
  • designboom

Locations

  • Leganés
  • Spain
  • Madrid
  • C. Bastidor

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