The Caleido Tower or Fifth Tower of Madrid
In the heart of Madrid, the project that was once destined to be the Cuatro Torres Convention Center was transformed into the Caleidoa complex that redefines the skyline and revitalizes the city. After the original plan was halted in 2012, a large urban void was left. However, Caleido has been built on these foundations, integrating a tower and a base in harmonious dialogue with the neighboring buildings, while providing a human scale and a friendlier environment.
Caleido was created with three main purposes in mind: to generate a new centrality to the north of the Paseo de la Castellana, to connect the Four Towers with the surrounding area, and to offer a large green space of more than 33,000 m². With two key elements -a tower and a base-, the complex will house a diverse program: commercial and leisure spaces, a sports clinic, a university campus and office areas. Its mixed structure stands out for its two concrete cores and clad metal pillars, which allow for a large opening on the first floor, offering a spacious and welcoming lobby.
The ventilated glass façade and its dark color not only bring elegance to the complex, but also energy efficiency, optimizing climate control according to the season. Finally, on October 19, 2021, ie University's main headquarters will be inaugurated in the imposing IE Tower in Caleido, culminating a project that not only changes the landscape, but also connects and inspires.
