Casa chorizo

From 1850 onward, immigration waves from middle-class families leaving Italy and Spain greatly increased the population of the Río de la Plata region.

In addition, these buildings also have floor ventilation spaces, which are connected through air vents in the facade's front wall both under and over the windows.

This style of house is once again becoming fashionable due to their high-quality brick construction, ventilation, spaciousness, and extensive history.

[2] They are mainly used as family residences and in many cases are modernized to increase livability, for example: by tearing down internal walls to create an open layout, or building garages and mezzanines to better utilize the high ceilings.

[citation needed] In certain neighborhoods, such as Palermo and San Telmo, these buildings are converted into commercial spaces such as medical or legal offices, retail stores, bars, and even restaurants.

[citation needed] However, as the value of land rises, an increasing number of owners have sold their houses to be converted into high-rise buildings.