Embedded within a lush tropical forest in São Paulo, Brazil, the Toque Toque House by Nitsche Arquitetos blends privacy with nature. Designed in 2022, this summer residence features a laminated timber structure elevated on a concrete basement to navigate the steep slope. The design prioritizes flexibility, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the upper elevation among the treetops.
Zalc Arquitetura redesigned the 240-square-meter Apartment FT in São Paulo, Brazil, in 2020. The renovation prioritized functionality and integration, featuring changes like decorative hydraulic tiles and a green-toned mashrabiya in the entrance hall.
The project focused on social areas, integrating the terrace and living room. Intimate areas saw minimal intervention, preserving children’s suites and transforming others. Exclusive design pieces and strategic color use highlight the aesthetic continuity throughout the space.
ARKITITO Arquitetura has completed Simão Álvares Apartment in São Paulo, Brazil. Designed in 2023, the apartment features uncovered structural elements and an exposed brick wall, complemented by neutral tones and colourful furnishings. The project preserves the original wooden floors while introducing new beige hexagonal and reddish-brown square tiles in wet areas.
Casa Serra Azul, a wooden structure and prefabricated panel house designed by Apiacás Arquitetos in 2022, occupies a plot in São Paulo, Brazil. The layout embraces a horizontal form, maximising interaction with the land and providing excellent cross-ventilation. Its cohesive design, featuring a large wooden roof, aims to minimise material waste and introduce new construction possibilities, prioritising environmental concerns.
BLOCO Arquitetos transformed a São Paulo Higienópolis apartment by exposing structural beams and brick walls. The renovation preserved original features, like the double herringbone ipê wood flooring, and integrated them with contemporary Brazilian furniture.
CCB House in São Paulo, Brazil, was designed by Kiko Salomao + Tanaka in 2020. The house features a concrete base to accommodate the property’s topography, organizing three main blocks. These include a social barn with internal gardens, a pool, and an outdoor patio, balanced with a service block for amenities.
The design provides expansive views of the valleys, integrating large glass frames and diverse landscaping to create a seamless transition between spaces.
In São Paulo, Brazil, Marina Linhares guided the transformation of a penthouse apartment for a passionate collector of Brazilian folk art in 2023. The interior design embraces open, integrated spaces, providing a streamlined and practical lifestyle. With a focus on comfort, Linhares curated furniture that complements the resident’s vast art collection, enhancing the vibrant tapestries, and works by artists like Volpi, Niemeyer, and Véio against neutral, white walls.
The residence offers an unparalleled living experience, embodying Brazil’s dynamic spirit.
Galeria Apartment in São Paulo, Brazil, designed by Architects Office in 2024, merges vintage and contemporary styles. The interior showcases thoughtful curation and bespoke furniture. The home features meticulously arranged spaces, vibrant artworks, and elegant design elements, including custom-made pieces and iconic furnishings.
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