Multi-purpose Grotinho Building
2008 – 2012
Paraisópolis, São Paulo
SP, Brazil
The Paraisópolis Favela, also in the south of São Paulo, has several areas with problems related to soil stability, water drainage, vehicle and pedestrian traffic, among others that impact the housing issue. In particular, the area known as “Grotinho” was subject to landslides, with the risk of death and material losses for residents.
Residential Corruíras
2010 – 2013
Jabaquara, São Paulo
SP, Brazil
Residencial Corruíras is part of the actions of SEHAB / PMSP for the Consortium Urban Operation Água Espraiada area, it was planned to enable the resettlement of residents of the Favela Minas Gerais, irregular occupation bordering the work. The complex is located on a terrain with a steep slope close to the Água Espraiada stream, in order to offer a unique opportunity for the perception of relief and landscape.
Alpes do Jaraguá Square
2001 – 2002
Alameda das Palmeiras, São Paulo
SP, Brazil
The location of the land can be considered strategic. In the vicinity of Pico do Jaraguá, the site can be seen from Rodovia dos Bandeirantes.
The area has two portions with different conformations: one is uneven and the other is flat. This situation allowed the execution, in the uneven part, of two expressive volumes intended for games, which are connected by a walkway with a span of ten meters. These volumes mark the landscape through its strong colors, shapes and floors in different levels, where benches are installed for the permanence of people and from where it is possible to view the beautiful surroundings of Pico do Jaraguá.
The flat area was intended for the installation of children’s toys on the sand floor, valuing the permanence for rest and place of conversation at the edges of the sidewalks next to the play space.
Residencial Diogo Pires
2011
Jaguaré, São Paulo
SP, Brazil
Residencial Diogo Pires is part of the urbanization actions of the Favela Nova Jaguaré in São Paulo with the objective of carrying out part of the resettlement of families living in areas at risk or affected by infrastructure works.
The project explores the relationship between public and private by proposing varied spaces and uses, especially those established on the ground floor, which emphasize the importance of “collective life” as an indispensable element for the construction of a more democratic city.
City of Flowers Square
2005 – 2007
Suzano City Hall, Rua Baruel, 501 - Downtown
SP, Brazil
Praça do Paço Municipal de Suzano made possible the construction of a public space of symbolic importance and that gives identity to the Civic Center of the municipality.
The importance of completing the Paço Municipal de Suzano, formerly an open space used as a parking lot, was due to its privileged location in the city center, very close to the shopping and services center and, at the same time, far enough to offer an alternative extension of the walk to Praça do Paço. This Civic Center is a hub for providing services to the community and, with its remodeling, now means a possibility of enjoyment and rest either after shopping or while performing some service at the center. Likewise, the simple and uncompromised stroll with children or friends can occur since the new space is, in itself, a very pleasant and attractive place to be.