CASACOR Pernambuco 2024: 34 spaces occupy Pallazzo Itália, in Recife
In the 37th edition of the show in the state, CASACOR returns to old Recife and offers environments with free visits
By Nádia Sayuri Kaku
Submitted at Sep 12, 2024, 5:00 AM
05 min de leitura
Mario Costa Santos - A room for Janete. CASACOR Pernambuco 2024 project. (Walter Dias)
Starting September 14th, CASACOR Pernambuco will take place in the almost 2500 m² of Palazzo Itália , in the neighborhood of Recife Antigo, and also in the building next door, which was integrated into the exhibition. There are 34 spaces, including bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, lofts and studios. Check out all the projects below!
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Amaral Tenorio + Arquitetos - Secret Bar by Ponto Cego. The Secret Bar was designed for those looking for a break from the daily hustle and bustle, offering moments of relaxation and contemplation. With a deep color palette and soft lighting, the project provides a cozy and intimate atmosphere. Seeking a touch of contemporary style, the boldness comes from the mix of materials, such as the mosaic floor and the patterned wallpaper.
(Walter Dias)
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Casa Arquitetura - Estúdio Botânico. "The botanical studio is a call to reconnect with our essence, to live in a different way of counting time in which we can make the most of our days and a routine that promotes well-being", says the office. The space was designed to foster hobbies, such as growing plants, painting, cooking, receiving and welcoming, functioning as an invitation to create new connections. It is a space to occupy and occupy oneself in a healthy and cozy way.
(Walter Dias)
03/34 -
Cecília Lemos Arquitetura - Arcos & Raízes. "The main idea of the loft is to bring architecture that tells our story, that puts our people, our art and our culture first", says the architect. Elements of Pernambuco architecture, such as the floor layouts of Olinda tiles, the earthy tones, the arches, the columns, the geometric details and the muxarabis were brought together to bring aesthetic comfort and great emotional memories. "These are features that reflect an architecture with Moorish influence, brought by the Portuguese during our colonization", he concludes.
(Walter Dias)
04/34 -
Claudio Portela and Vera França Architects - Francisco Brennand Workshop Store. The project reproduces the mythical ambiance of Brennand's studio, located in the Várzea neighborhood of Recife (PE). Earth and fire, some of the main elements of materialization of his artistic creation, in addition to his fantastic universe, were referenced through colors, light, and fragments from which much of his work was generated, whose regional/universal, erudite/popular, mundane/sacred character is emblematic.
(Walter Dias)
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Cynthia Costa Arquitetura - Gustavo Eyewear eyewear store. The straight lines and light, earthy tones in the furniture provide a clean, sophisticated and functional look. The choice of glass to separate and integrate the landscaping into the environment impacts and enhances the entrance. From above and to the sides, the lighting project was specially designed to highlight the store's distinctive eyewear, while also providing a sensory experience for consumers. Contrasting the modern with the traditional, an exclusive Persian rug on the ceiling brings together all the colors of the project, providing a contemplative setting.
(Walter Dias)
06/34 -
Dani Pessoa Arquitetura - Borsoi Café. The project refers to the work of Candido Portinari. Just as coffee inspired his brushstrokes and poems, the bean is the protagonist of the space. The idea is to portray the ancestry of this culture throughout its entire process. The 85 m² space seeks harmony between past and present. A place where coffee is an art that brings together admirers.
(Walter Dias)
07/34 -
Decoration for You + Samambaia Workshop D'unir - Perfumery that Transforms. The D'unir space is a Pernambuco-based perfumery store that connects people and moments. Inspired by the brand's experiences, the environment invites you on a sensorial journey, awakening memories and emotions. The choices of finishes used rescue vernacular raw materials and celebrate the crafts of the state of Pernambuco.
(Walter Dias)
08/34 -
Diego Ferraz & Arquitetos - Brazilian loft. A modern, connected, automated but, above all, human apartment, within a completely contemporary, elegant and cozy setting.
(Walter Dias)
09/34 -
Diogo Viana e Arquitetos - Arte Bar by Kisu. The Asian restaurant is inspired by the theme of the exhibition, offering a memorable dining experience to experience. The ambiance is vibrant, with dramatic lighting, contemporary art and a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. The difference is due to the bold use of the color “Apricot Liqueur” (Coral) chosen and applied to the floors, mirrors, works of art, stones and furniture. “We strayed from the traditional color palette with the aim of providing a comfortable and inviting space for visitors to CASACOR Pernambuco,” explains the office.
(Walter Dias)
10/34 -
Doró Meira, Emiko Arrunategui and Karla Rivas - Artist's studio. Reinterpretation and inclusion permeate this space inspired by the Northeastern backlands. Reflecting the journey of an autistic doctor who rediscovered art, the space pays homage to the São Francisco Valley. Blue tones in 2D art illuminate the white walls, contrasting with the earthy tones, which evoke the eldorado of the Northeast and the brightness of the waters of the old Chico River at sunset.
(Walter Dias)
11/34 -
DUOPL Arquitetura - Viva Ceça!. The architecture, traditions and customs of Morro da Conceição were the inspiration for this project. Colors and shapes were used with the aim of encouraging the social and emotional health of children, rescuing the traditional childhood of the past, of physical interaction, of “eye to eye”, of contact, of movement and of “being a child”. “We believe that rescuing traditional childhood creates the basis for a more humane society and, consequently, a better world”, summarizes the office.
(Walter Dias)
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Ana Cristina Cunha - Drawings of time. The living room with dining room celebrates contemporary aesthetics. The architect is committed to rethinking living through the legacy of lasting design with sustainability, innovation and cultural appreciation for future generations. "Drawings of time", the name given to the space, is in line with CASACOR's national theme for 2024, "As a gift, the now".
(Walter Dias)
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ETLA Arquitetura e Interiores - Tesori di Lucia by Lucia Lima. Eduarda Moscoso, Lilian Avellar and Tita Barretto designed the Tesori di Lucia space, a jewelry store that pays homage to jewelry designer Lúcia Lima. The space provides an immersive experience with a modern and sophisticated design. The project was designed to translate the brand's concept into an exhibition space that combines elements of nature with the lines of contemporary architecture and all its movement.
(Walter Dias)
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Fabrica Arquitetura - Artesanato de Pernambuco — Galeria Abelardo da Hora. "A genius of form and material. He made social policy and denunciation out of art. He extracted well-defined angles from the pen and, from the rigidity of concrete, the soft and sensual curves of women," describes the office about Abelardo da Hora, the person being honored in this space. Considered the greatest expressionist sculptor in Brazil, the artist's production is as rich and complex as Brazilian art. The craft gallery reflects the various moments of his career: from the drawings, with well-defined and well-defined angles, translated into the mosaic floor, to the curves of the furniture and fabrics, recalling the cadence of his most recent sculptures.
(Walter Dias)
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FV Arquitetos - Young man's loft. Felipe Valadares and Liesid Neto have designed a space for a young man who is passionate about art, gastronomy and cultural discoveries, which acts as a refuge in the context of contemporary life. The modern and welcoming space reflects a rich combination of stories and experiences. The integrated and spacious layout of the space, enhanced by the beautiful sea view seen through the arched windows, promotes a deep connection with the inner self of this erudite young man, rescuing affective memories. The materials include the lightness of glass, the modernity of steel and the elegance of leather and wood.
(Walter Dias)
16/34 -
Ju Nejaim - Refúgio Restaurant by Ca-Já. Spaces convey sensations and can influence people's behavior. One of the restaurant's highlights is its lighting. During the day, the building's beautiful original windows allow natural light to enter. At night, ambient lighting appears at focal points, only in the center of the tables, highlighting the works of artists from Pernambuco. The restaurant's concept is urban jungle, which aims to make up for the lack of nature in urban spaces by incorporating greenery into the decor, creating relief and comfort.
(Walter Dias)
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Juliana da Mata Arquitetura - Peugeot Lounge. The project concept is about paths and ruptures, which are represented by inclined surfaces, provoking movement and the search for the new. The lighting highlights the textures and planes, creating a play of light and shadow that transforms the space throughout the day. The palette provides an elegant contrast and the glass bookcase stands out when integrated into the existing column, showing that old and new blend together. Works of art highlight sustainability and, together with the furniture, make the environment inspiring.
(Walter Dias)
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Lu Dias Arquitetura - Soli Kitchen. The gourmet space was designed to be versatile, allowing both moments of socialization and the tranquility of enjoying your own company. Here, solitude is also welcome. The fusion of natural materials and modern finishes contribute to a contemporary, bold and cozy aesthetic. Kokedama, an ancient Japanese technique, stands out on the central island of rough travertine marble and translates the link between heaven and earth, between how we live and what we hope for future generations.
(Walter Dias)
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Luiza Nogueira Arquitetura - Gourmet Copergás. Preserving the structure of the building, the project is a place to be with friends for a good chat around the gourmet space. The old railing was preserved and a large bench brings the living area close to the windows. With a plaster structure, the table is highlighted by Brennand ceramics. Paintings by the artist João Câmara compose the space, celebrating his 80th birthday. There is also wood and a touch of color, which create monochrome and coziness.
(Walter Dias)
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Mario Costa Santos - A room for Janete. "Designing a space in your honor, mother, left me in conflict with infinite parameters. The environment should contemplate: generosity, harmony, dynamism, determination, aesthetics, truth, art, architecture and Brazilianness. It should be huge to fit your heart. Intelligent to fit your genius. Small enough to fit your immense humility. I combined all these ingredients with generous portions of love and longing. I made it for you. I think you will like it", shares the professional.
(Walter Dias)
21/34 -
Marton Studio - Gallery for Montez Magno. The exhibition space pays homage to the artist from Pernambuco, Montez Magno. Curated by José Marton and with text by Itamar Morgado, the space chronologically displays works created in various media and periods of his long career. Paintings, objects and poems stuck to the panels create a dialogue with his works.
(Walter Dias)
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Natalia Ribas - Center of Everything. The City of Recife is present at CASACOR Pernambuco with an immersion that connects the public with the charms of the city. Upon entering the space, people experience a sensory experience, immersing themselves in the beauty of the historic center and the city's tourist attractions. Among the places portrayed are churches, the Sculpture Park, Marco Zero, Guararapes Avenue, Pátio de São Pedro, Boa Viagem Beach, Boa Vista Market, Bom Jesus Street, among others.
(Walter Dias)
23/34 -
Ana Moura and Ana Higino - Vivix Trace. Traces of memories left in glass and mirrors, in sound waves, in the movement of images reflected in time and space. Vestígio Vivix - An Affective Heritage is a living room with podcast/videocast studio that invites you to dive into art, leaving digital and emotional footprints that provoke reflection.
(Walter Dias)
24/34 -
Nejaim Azevedo Arquitetos Associados - Casa Coral - Lugar da Afeto. The interior of our home is a reflection of who we are and colors have the power to awaken sensations and influence the perception of the environment. Through them, the office created an intense, inspiring and cozy space. The personality of the writer Clarice Lispector was the guiding thread for the creation. The intense red tone is strong and dramatic and contrasts with the dense green, bringing balance and tranquility, representing the natural world. The beige color used in the intimate area calms, welcomes and creates a place where emotional memories and identity are present.
(Walter Dias)
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Padilha Vila Nova Arquitetura - PR Home Decor Store. Inspired by the organic shapes, rustic textures and sandy tones of rocks and caves, the project combines the solidity and durability of natural materials with the elegance and comfort required by modern design. The space is a tribute to nature, reflecting its intrinsic beauty and its power of transformation.
(Walter Dias)
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Poligonus - Events Hall: Dualism. Dualism is the coexistence of two necessary principles, two positions or two realities that are contrary to each other. The Dualism Hall is more than just a hall: it is a sensory experience that explores the intersection between the intimate and the grand. Designed by Manoela Pires and Thiago Valença, it offers an immersive experience where the arrival hall is covered with gray curtains and lit to create a welcoming atmosphere, with lights that vary in intensity and color. Upon entering the grand hall, the viewer is taken by an intense blue that floods the environment and stirs the senses.
(Walter Dias)
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Tarcísio Dantas Arquitetura - Casa Quitéria. The house was created to represent the women from the rural areas of the Northeast who migrated to the capital in search of new opportunities in life. The name of the space is a tribute to the architect's mother. "My ancestor would not be different if it weren't for her, a woman who raised four children alone. I owe everything to her. After she passed away, I understood how much she didn't have the opportunities for us to have the chance to choose what we do today. There are so many Quitérias in the world! I want to represent them through architecture with my own style", shares the professional.
(Walter Dias)
28/34 -
Zirpoli Arquitetura - Deca Lounge. The project stands out for its use of a large reflecting pool that embraces the space, serving as a display for Deca's new products. Using shades of brown and beige, the office reinforces its identity and adds unique materials to the display. The monochromatic furniture creates visual continuity - this combination of colors not only enriches the environment, but also highlights the products on display. A lounge designed with furniture designed by Jader Almeida adds comfort, style and design.
(Walter Dias)
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Andréa Calabria Arquitetura - Serenar Suite. The couple's bedroom invites them to slow down, relax and calm their spirits. The project uses wood as a driving element of coziness and curved furniture, bringing sensuality with elegance, in an intimate concept. The space evokes relaxation amidst the urban hustle and bustle, providing fluidity and spaciousness: the idea is to disconnect from the screens for greater connection between the couple.
(Walter Dias)
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Arqsign - Lyrical Me. Inspired by memories, every detail of the project was designed to tell the story of a poet. "Eu Lírico is not just a space, but a true sanctuary, where every detail was chosen to reflect the life and soul of its inhabitant. We invite everyone to dive into this unique universe and let themselves be enveloped by the memories and stories that permeate this unique environment", says the office.
(Walter Dias)
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As Ferreiras - Ticket Office with Circulation. The keyword chosen for the proposal is boldness. The purpose of the ticket office and circulation area of CASACOR Pernambuco is to welcome visitors with impact and direct them through different visual stimuli, with varied textures, colors, lights and shadows. The geometric graphics unify four sectors: central circulation (the backbone of the project), Instagrammable tunnel, elevator hall and ticket office.
(Walter Dias)
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Atmosphera Plantas & Paisagismo - Metamorphosis. "Landscaping has the power to metamorphose spaces, connecting us with nature, promoting well-being and a unique atmosphere", says the office. The essence of the project is rooted in the harmony between shades of green, textures and organic shapes. The rhythmic arrangement of the vegetation generates a true metamorphosis in the environment, transforming it into a haven of tranquility and natural beauty.
(Walter Dias)
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Cacau Araújo Arquitetura e Interiores - TV room with library. The space combines comfort, functionality and style, and is ideal for cinema and literature lovers. "We seek to create a welcoming haven where entertainment and reading coexist harmoniously," says the firm. The choice of furniture was designed to provide maximum comfort, with a large sofa, complemented by cushions and a blanket. The custom bookshelf organizes a diverse collection of books and serves as a TV stand. A special corner was reserved for reading, with a comfortable armchair that invites you to relax.
(Walter Dias)
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Carlos Fortes - Lighting Palazzo Itália. In the 2022 and 2023 editions of CASACOR Pernambuco, the professional created the lighting design for the iconic Chanteclair building. Lighting was one of the legacies left to the Recife neighborhood. "This year the challenge is to illuminate the not so well-known Palazzo Itália, another example of eclectic architecture that also dates back to the early 20th century, a period in which the neighborhood underwent major renovations," explains the professional. The project, carried out in partnership with Lightsource, celebrates and reveals to the city the building that, during its golden years, brought together the Italian community of the region.
(Walter Dias)
For the management of CASACOR PE, bringing life to the Recife neighborhood once again is always an achievement. “We are happy to be able to shine a light on another building that makes up our rich historical housing in the Recife neighborhood,” says Carla Cavalcanti , one of the directors of CASACOR Pernambuco.
2024 Edition
(Walter Dias/CASACOR)
This year's theme is De presente, o agora (The Present ), an invitation to reflect on presence, slowing down and living in the moment. The cast of architects at CASACOR PE 2024 brings together 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. There are representatives from other states and also from the interior of Pernambuco.
(Walter Dias/CASACOR)
In this edition, CASACOR PE pays tribute to Janete Costa , with an environment designed by her son, also the architect Mário Santos . Other honorees are the painter from Pernambuco Montez Magno , who passed away in 2023, and Abelardo da Hora , an artist whose centenary will be celebrated in 2024.
Environments with free access
(Walter Dias/CASACOR)
During CASACOR PE 2024, visitors to the region will also be able to enjoy the gastronomy and leisure activities that will be open at Palazzo Itália (except on Mondays). The Cá-Já restaurant, Kisu Sushi Bar, Borsoi Café, a popular art gallery, an interactive projection space and a lounge have free access and are independent of the exhibition, which will be open on the ground floor. The opening hours for these spaces are Tuesday through Saturday, from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays and holidays, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Borsoi Café will be open for breakfast on Sundays, starting at 9:00 a.m. In addition, a new feature of CASACOR PE this year is that on the top floor of the building there will be an event space with capacity for 150 people, which can be rented for small gatherings.
Where: Palazzo Italia Building - Vigario Tenório Avenue, 55 - Old Recife (PE) When: September 14 to November 3, 2024 Opening hours: Free visiting hours (ground floor) - restaurant, café, bar, craft shop, immersive space, entrance lounge and ticket office: Tuesday to Saturday, from 12pm to 10pm. Sundays and holidays, from 11am to 7pm Paid visiting hours (1st, 2nd, 3rd floors) - loft, studios, event space, living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, gourmet space and jewelry store: Tuesday to Saturday, from 2pm to 10pm (ticket office until 9pm). Sundays and holidays, from 11am to 7pm (ticket office until 6pm) Digital box office:https://appcasacor.com.br/en/events/pernambuco-2024Ticket prices: R$ 90 - Full R$75 - Social entrance + 1kg of food R$ 45 - Half price Half-price tickets for students, teachers, people with special needs, people with disabilities, young people aged 15 to 29 from low-income families, people with cancer, people with autism, blood and bone marrow donors and people aged 60 or over with proof of identity. Children up to 12 years old go free. Proof of identity is required.
