The inauguration of
CASACOR Pernambuco 2022 on October 15th also marks another historic moment:
the reopening of the iconic Chanteclair Building, one of the most imposing in Recife Antigo, which had been closed for over 20 years. The
Infinito Particular theme creates a perfect dialogue with the construction – a finite building, but with a unique and splendid dimension. This year's edition features 26 spaces by
young talents and renowned names in Brazilian architecture and design, chosen by the multidisciplinary approach of the exhibition's curators, who always seek to reveal varied styles, perspectives and experiences.
Check out some of the highlights of 2022 in the gallery below. Chanteclair Building
The building belongs to the
Santa Casa de Misericórdia , but is ceded to Realesis Empreendimentos, manager of the Paço Alfândega Complex. Built in the first quarter of the 20th century, the building is part of the monumental ensemble formed by the buildings of the Bairro do Recife, Eclectic style, listed by the National Institute of Historical and Artistic Heritage – IPHAN. It is characterized by the volumetric and decorative treatment of six properties, in a single volume, occupying the block formed by Av. Marquês de Olinda, Rua da Madre de Deus, Vigário Tenório and Cais da Alfândega, in Recife (PE).
What's new in 2022
The projects occupy the ground floor and mezzanine of Chanteclair, including apartments, studios, lofts, wellness islands and operations of a restaurant, bar, café, designer eyewear store and even a pet-friendly model square.
The lighting project for the area The exterior of the exhibition was entirely done by one of Brazil's greatest lighting technicians, Carlos Fortes, and will be one of the legacies left to the city. The idea is that in next year's edition, which will also take place in the building, Fortes will complete the lighting of the building complete leaving this gift for Recife. “For us, one of the central points of the exhibition is what will remain for the city. This year, we will be able to leave part of the building’s lighting, thanks to this partnership we have with Carlos Fortes and LightSource. Even after the end of
CASACOR , we will have part of Chatenclair illuminated. Next year, we will complete this delivery”, celebrates
Isabela Coutinho , one of the directors of the exhibition.
CASACOR Pernambuco Cast
Since 2016,
Carla Cavalcanti, Gabriela and
Isabela Coutinho have been in charge of managing the exhibition in Pernambuco. “We will hold a
CASACOR with all the respect and admiration we have for the Chanteclair building. It will be a rescue of the Recife neighborhood, of the iconic facility, united with CASACOR , for our city, maintaining the experience we had in past editions, such as maintaining these spaces with free access to the population”, says Isabela Coutinho. As happens every year, CASACOR Pernambuco reserves part of the funds raised with the exhibition and donates it to a social project.
The chosen one for this edition is Casa Zero , a sociocultural space for creativity, social entrepreneurship, cultural innovation, education and impact. social, recently opened on Rua do Bom Jesus.
Operations
In addition to
Praça Modelo , visitors to CASACOR Pernambuco will also be able to try healthy food at
Bistrô Recentro , which will be run by
Manu Tenório and will be open throughout the show. In the same operational area, there will also be
Restaurante Vivix , operated by
Kisu , serving contemporary and Japanese food and the Gambrinus dish – Chateaubriand steak, in homage to the famous restaurant that once operated in Chanteclair. Still in the food and beverage area,
The Bar by Diageo will operate, with the signature of
Tresor (same group as Kisu), serving signature drinks. The location will also have the
Popular Art Gallery, the Cepe Bookstore and the designer eyewear store. , Gus Eyewear . Praça Modelo and other operations can be accessed without the exhibition ticket.
CASACOR Pernambuco Service 2022
When: October 15th to December 4th, 2022
Where: Chanteclair Building. Marquês de Olinda Avenue, 2-86 - Recife - PE, 50030-220
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, from 2pm to 9pm (visiting until 10pm). Sundays and holidays, from 12pm to 7pm (visiting until 8pm).
Online ticket office: https://casacorpe.byinti.com/ Ticket prices: R$ 70 - Full R$ 55 - Social entry upon donation of 1 kg of food at the event entrance R$ 35 - Half price for students, half price for seniors, half price for people with disabilities, half price for blood or bone marrow donors and half price for teachers (upon proof)