Materializing the collection of memories of the homeowner – a recently graduated doctor from Porto Alegre (south of Brazil) – in his new home in São Paulo guided the renovation project of this 68-square-meter apartment designed by Vinicius Almeida of StudioVA Arquitetos. Envisioned as a “home in the heights,” the design focused on creating an open, well-lit space with a dedicated study area and ample storage, all while drawing on the client’s nostalgic connections to nature.
Campo Verde House, located in São Paulo, Brazil, features architecture by Estúdio Bruno Milan. Situated within a residential condominium in a wooded neighborhood, this four-level house integrates living and leisure spaces, maximizes natural light and incorporates plant elements, making the architecture and decor a tulip of tropical refinement.
With 497 square meters (5,348 square feet), the house emphasizes a seamless connection between the interior and the garden, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The AMEF house is located in São Paulo, Brazil and was designed by Patricia Martinez Architecture. The house, designed in a contemporary barn style, focuses on sustainability and features a biological pool, which utilizes aquatic plants and microorganisms for water treatment. The project emphasises the integration of architecture with the surrounding green area and includes features for accessibility and fluid indoor-outdoor connection, intended to enhance urban design and history.
Located in Guarujá, Brazil, Guarujá House features the work of Nitsche Arquitetos. The house in Guarujá on the coast of São Paulo is built within a gated community in a protected area of the original Atlantic Forest. Its design is divided into three levels to accommodate 450 m² of built space and comply with regulations permitting only 30% of the land area to be developed.
Seriema House is located in Brumadinho, Brazil, designed by TETRO Arquitetura in 2024. Set in a serene, nature-integrated environment, this house balances an expansive mountain view and a dense forest, embodying an architectural poetry that features a winding wall that divides bright and lively welcoming areas from silent, shadowed retreats.
Casa Paris, a 480m² house in Paris, France, designed by Nildo José + arquitetos associados, features a mix of cultures and experiences. This project showcases a blend of Brazilian design and French sophistication, highlighted by elegance, light, high ceilings, a sculptural staircase, and large windows.
With five floors, the house has well-resolved spaces for everyday life, housing pieces by renowned designers and Brazilian artworks within a cozy and delicate context.
StudioVA Arquitetos, led by principal architect Vinicius Almeida, designed the Ricardo Home apartment in São Paulo, Brazil, in 2024. The project emphasizes urban aesthetics and integrated spaces, blending exposed concrete with wooden and porcelain flooring. Key features include custom carpentry, modular seating, and a distinct kitchen-dining area. The apartment serves as both a personal retreat and a welcoming space for entertaining friends and family.
The “Vista do Paraíso” apartment in Canasvieiras, Florianópolis, Brazil, was renovated by Tulli Studio in 2023. This intimate 62.52m² abode creatively merges its interiors with nature, employing biophilic design elements. With an inviting ambiance, it introduces comfort for guests, perfectly suited for short-term rentals, thanks to modern practicality that includes seamless connections among living spaces.
