9 colorful environments renew the energies of CASACOR Ribeirão Preto 2022

01/09 - Kimye Quinarq - Brazilianness. The sound of birds, the aroma of the earth. Vanessa Kimye debuts at CASACOR using these and many other elements to awaken the senses in her functional bathroom full of Brazilianness. For a complete connection between the visitor and nature, every detail matters. “In the interior spaces, I bring fauna, emphasizing the blue and red macaws. The tones of the cube refer to our land, the landscaping with the pergola takes us to the forests, and the cobogós refer to rocks.” Made from shell remains, the cobogós originate from Alagoas – a project created by artisan Itamácio dos Santos and designers Marcelo Rosenbaum and Rodrigo Ambrósio. The landscaping gives the space the necessary breathing space, and the mirror made of stones reinforces the preference for natural elements. The paintings on the walls are by Livia Doreto. (Felipe Araújo)

02/09 - Deisi Veiga - Pause Space. CASACOR Ribeirão Preto 2022 Project. (Felipe Araújo)

03/09 - Gabriela Lemos Arquitetura - Fachada Future Design. With the mission of disconnecting the visitor from life outside and inserting them into the atmosphere of the exhibition, the architect focuses on the diversity of shapes, colors, materials and textures. The preference is to use straight lines. The exception is the existing curved wall, covered with ballasts that replicate Italian stone. In addition to this, the metallic tiles that reinforce the color of the facade also draw attention – the perfect mix between neutral and strong tones marks the launch of Coral's 2023 line. The landscaping, another highlight of the project, enhances the architecture and creates surprising spaces, which convey comfort and connect with nature. (Felipe Araújo)

04/09 - Mateus Passaglia and Nabila Feijó - Studio da Musicista. The sinuous shapes, comfortable materials and colors sharpen the senses – just like the songs. For the architects, the fluidity of the space can give the frenetic daily life more sensitivity and sensuality. Always attentive to the history of their clients, the duo combines elements perfectly when creating this refuge designed to welcome a woman who is an entrepreneur, investor, collector and, of course, a musician. Ultra-eclectic and contemporary, the studio features romantic tones, pop-art and intimate lighting. “The mix of styles, the choice of materials and the functionality of the space are personalized according to the experience that each person seeks as an expectation for living better”, they say. (Felipe Araújo)

05/09 - Mariane Siqueira Arquitetura - Aurora Suite. The integration of spaces with the environment is one of the main characteristics of Mariane Siqueira's work. A newcomer to CASACOR, she brought to Ribeirão Preto elements and textures that represent the nature of Santa Fé do Sul, the city where her office is based. In this sense, each choice made by the architect to create her Aurora Suite has a specific reason. “The green represents our forests and the clear waters of the Paraná River; the earthy tone of the ceiling is inspired by the fertile soil and red clay, present everywhere; and the gold of the ironwork represents our exuberant sun and our sunset”. A private garden, perfect for awakening the senses, complements the project. (Felipe Araújo)

06/09 - Izabel Maynart and Valter Felix - Coolhunter Studio. Do you know who a coolhunter is? They are the professionals responsible for identifying changes in behavior that indicate new trends and paths of innovation. And what could the ideal workplace be like for this specialist? Architects and urban planners Valter Felix and Izabel Maynart opted for simplicity to create a cool environment – as expected –, making room for colors and materials found in nature. Corten steel, concrete and marble are present. Warm tones are preferred, which are also present in the directional lamps. The space is closed off by sliding doors made of natural wood with a design that creates a brise-soleil effect, breaking up the intensity of the external light. Lucas Bueno and Rafael Pippa (PB Arts Design), Studio Alessi and Lina Bo Bardi are responsible for the design pieces. (Felipe Araújo)

07/09 - Adriana Fontana Interior Design - Café Botânico. The professional brought nature, with its colors and shapes, to create the space. "With the pandemic, we got closer to nature and this is directly reflected in the interior design”, he says. Organic shapes appear in the furniture and countertops, where J'Adore quartzite stands out. Among the colors, green is in the covering maxiformat, with the touch and look of a painting. And the orange warms and welcomes, as does the indirect lighting and basketwork with natural weaves and textures. As a counterpoint, a sculpture made with discarded car belts and cotton threads gives movement. The mix of colors also appears on the ceiling, where orange, green and blue delimit the preparation, service and lounge areas. (Felipe Araújo)

08/09 - Amanda Andrade and Jaqueline Tessaro - Living Gaia. Contemporary style and the use of natural elements are common characteristics of this professional duo. And they are clearly evident in this living room with multifunctional spaces that can be used for entertaining, working, relaxing, and contemplating. The inspiration is the rebirth of the new post-pandemic living style, with nature inside the home represented by plants, shapes, and materials. The name comes from the goddess Gaia, the Mother of the Earth, who according to Greek mythology emerged from chaos. “This chaos represents the moment we are going through today. Amidst isolation, we were led to reinvent ourselves and our living spaces,” they explain. The space celebrates nature and Brazilianness through a preference for natural materials, organic shapes, landscaping, and furniture designed by Brazilian designers, such as Sergio Rodrigues and Fernando Mendes. (Felipe Araújo)

09/09 - Pedro Franco - Reflections. The artist uses the pure and simple form of the cube to create an impressive installation. It is made up of four pieces with a mirrored finish, which makes them almost non-existent in the space – and reflects on the importance of architecture’s dialogue with its surroundings. Located on different axes, the cubes are demarcated by the large plateau that organizes them. Inside each one, there are iconic pieces from the career of the artist, one of the stars of contemporary Brazilian design, such as the Underconstruction armchair and the Esqueleto chair – both produced by A Lot Of Brasil, founded by Pedro in 2012. The neon phrases that make us reflect on the importance of the theme of design also stand out. “The project reflects my personality by prioritizing philosophical thought, which overrides the aesthetics of the space”. (Carolina Mossin)