(Cristiano Bauce/CASACOR)
Having completed three decades,
CASACOR Rio Grande do Sul holds one of its most emblematic editions this year –
from August 6th to October 2nd – by taking the event to the historic headquarters of the
Pia Chaves Barcellos Institution (Rua Dona Leonor, 360) , built in 1923, in Porto Alegre. The event opens its doors in a total area of 3,500 m²
, presenting the main trends in architecture, design and landscaping in
40 environments designed by a cast of
70 professionals . Located on a plot of land high up in the Rio Branco neighborhood and with a privileged view of the capital, the building houses environments that bring diverse themes in spaces such as
suites ,
studios ,
living rooms ,
bedrooms and
complete apartments . In addition, the exhibition has
outdoor areas , a
café and a
restaurant and
wine bar to serve visitors. Check out all the projects in the gallery below!
Chaves Barcellos Sink
Built in 1923, the historic building chosen to host the event had the objective of
welcoming and educating orphaned and needy girls , and remained in operation through the Association of Franciscan Sisters until 2005. Conceived by Mrs. Ilza Chaves Barcellos and her brothers-in-law, the The building is a
true monument in honor of her husband , Pedro, who was known in Porto Alegre society for his benevolence, assisting several pious institutions such as the Santa Casa de Misericórdia and the Pão dos Pobres.
(Cristiano Bauce/CASACOR)
As Ilza and Pedro did not have children, the couple dedicated themselves tirelessly to helping needy children, supporting and sustaining the actions of congregations focused on education, such as the Franciscan Sisters. The plan for the future of the building is to house the Pampeano School, following the destiny enshrined by Dona Ilza and the Barcellos brothers: that the building
will have education as its eternal vocation . The project will start with a
major restoration and revitalization work. led by
Studio1 Arquitetura .
Signature gastronomy
(Cristiano Bauce/CASACOR)
Trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Peru, chefs Gustavo Marques and Chilean Gonzalo Ortuño are the names behind the menu at Lechuza , a restaurant that will be mainly influenced by Latin cuisine and has an ambiance designed by architect Aclaene de Mello . The affinity of The duo came together while studying at Le Cordon Bleu Peru, between 2017 and 2019, and both had the same purpose of
researching and
promoting the flavors and identity of
Latin cuisine. In the joint project created for CASACOR RS 2022, they will have the opportunity to present their references . The menu is lean, designed to serve the public at different times of the day , happy hour and dinner from Tuesday to Friday and lunch, happy hour and dinner on weekends. With options of starters to share, snacks, main courses and desserts. (Cristiano Bauce/CASACOR)
In addition to Lechuza, CASACOR RS will have a wine bar , operated by Terroir Vinhos, and a café, designed by Ginkgo Paisagismo and Butiá Arquitetura. CASACOR Rio Grande do Sul Service 2022
Date: from August 6th to October 2nd, 2022
Address: Rua Dona Leonor, 360 - Rio Branco Neighborhood - Porto Alegre/RS
Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday, 1pm to 8:30pm (visiting until 10pm) Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 12:00 to 20:30 (visiting until 22:00)
Tickets: https://casacorrs.byinti.com/ 
