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Project • By Estúdio Pedro Haruf • Playgrounds

BoaVista Palhano Playground

We were invited by the BoaVista Palhano condominium to design a small children’s playground adjacent to its social club. The space occupies a garden at the entrance of the ensemble, shaped by the gentle curve of the road and the site’s topography. The shape of the site, which resembles a boat sail, inspired the project's layout and its playful character. Sofia Vasconcelos Sofia Vasconcelos Sofia Vasconcelos Due to its proximity to the street, the playground demanded solutions that guaranteed security without losing integration with the surroundings. The terrain was lowered in relation to the street level, and the enclosure was built with stacked stone walls, continuing the materiality adopted throughout the condo... More

Project • By LFSN • Memorial spaces

RePax Chapel

This chapel, located within the cemetery of Mazzarino, is conceived as a place where everything is designed to evoke introspection and peace. The architectural layout follows the existing site footprint, with interior space defined by the subtraction of volumes—a direct result of a construction system that allows for no alternatives. Caption The openings adhere strictly to the geometry of the voids, serving to bring natural light, fresh air, or access into the building. The main entrance, crafted from perforated metal, leads directly to the center of the chapel, where visitors are welcomed into an extremely clean and minimal space. Here, the geometry is defined by the lines of the tombstones and the coffered ceiling. Caption... More