Bowling Center

Here we are in the Palacio Díaz Building, one of the most emblematic art deco jewels of Montevideo and the country. History. Inaugurated in 1929, this building was designed by the architects Gonzalo Vázquez Barrière and Rafael Ruano. It was born in a time of great economic prosperity and modernization drive in Uruguay, conceived as a rental property for the Díaz family. Inspired by the famous Empire State Building in New York, the Díaz Palace was part of that race towards height that characterized Montevideo's main avenue in the first decades of the 20th century, challenging the traditional scales of the time. Present. Today, the Díaz Palace retains its predominantly residential and commercial use, fully integrated into the daily rhythm of Avenida 18 de Julio. On its lower levels there are popular services and recreation venues - such as the classic Bowling Center -, while on its upper floors there are apartments and offices. Its stepped façade continues to be an unmistakable visual reference for passers-by walking through the city center. Curiosities. High structure: With its 18 floors and about 65 meters high, at the time of its inauguration it was one of the tallest buildings in the Uruguayan capital. Art Deco geometry: If you look closely at the façade, you will be able to appreciate the play of steps and geometric bas-reliefs…

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