Urban Void in Sao Paulo City Centre
2016
Bachelors Degree Final Design Project/ Year 5
School of Architecture and Urbanism of Mackenzie Presbyterian University
São Paulo is envisioned as a collage of urban strategies, creating a complex and diverse environment. The project includes seven distinct buildings with varied functions, promoting unity through spatial relationships at the block's heart. It addresses urban voids by integrating unused spaces to enhance accessibility and connectivity between buildings. Inspired by Christian de Portzamparc's 'open block' concept and employing computational design for spatial analysis, I explored a layered occupation along the block's perimeter, establishing open living areas at the centre. The project's philosophy values differences, aiming to unite diverse projects through practical solutions, enhancing permeability and fostering dialogue. It seeks to replicate the essence of a real city rather than make an iconic architectural statement, focusing on engaging with spaces shaped by human interaction.
Tools:
Autodesk Revit; Autodesk AutoCAD; Rhinoceros+Grasshopper parametric modelling; Adobe Illustrator; Adobe InDesign; laser cutting; 3D printing
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