the ?boys and girls club? by centro de colaboración arquitectónica (cca) is a project in ecatepec, that aims to provide after-school activities to children and teenagers in marginalized communities in the state of mexico.
cca investigated the failed relationship of mexico city?s growth and the well-being of the community. they also looked at the massive urbanization of the poorest areas in the city and the lack of public spaces. the club?s objective is to enable children from vulnerable environments to realize their maximum potential as productive and responsible citizens, within a healthy and safe environment.
 

view of the access to the sports pavilion, all images by onnis luque
the project by cca is divided into three areas, corresponding to different functions: building ?a? is for educational uses, comprising classrooms, music and art rooms, computer rooms, kitchen, library and multiple-use room. it is a single-story volume, with two adjoining patios which allow daylight and ventilation without the need for windows in the façades. building ?b? is the arts room, which is in two stories and contains larger and more recreational spaces. there is a semi-open auditorium for music, dance recitals or conferences; fluidly connected with the main staircase leading up to the central plaza. building ?c? is for sports; it has a large covered surface where all kinds of sports and activities can take place. the space takes advantage of its orientation to the north, to p...