renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication

Jô Vasconcellos reconfigures an apartment in Edifício Pilar

 

Situated in downtown Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, a 100 sqm apartment within the iconic Edifício Pilar undergoes a transformative intervention and renovation, blending modern sophistication with urban functionality. Built in 1961, the residential complex boasts diverse floorplans and a ground-level commercial area, setting the stage for a contemporary reinterpretation. Designer Jô Vasconcellos’ vision for this project revolves around three key principles — the seamless integration of spaces, the commitment to the authentic character of materials, especially the robust concrete structures, and the pursuit of fluidity in design. The apartment, previously compartmentalized into smaller rooms, is strategically reconfigured to align with the owner’s programmatic needs.

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication
all images by Daniel Ducci

 

 

concrete interiors act as a backdrop for one-of-a-kind furniture

 

Unveiling the concealed beauty of the concrete structures, which were artfully camouflaged behind an array of materials, Vasconcellos‘ intervention simplifies the interior aesthetic by introducing a uniform flooring solution. The design narrative leans on unconventional materials and forms, injecting a sense of originality into the space while enhancing its fluidity. Emphasizing the significance of natural light and capturing views of the adjacent Municipal Park, the intervention optimizes the visual connectivity with the urban surroundings. The design aligns seamlessly with contemporary lifestyles marrying the old structure with a reimagined living space.

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication
the apartment is situated in downtown Belo Horizonte in Brazil

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication
the transformative intervention blends modern sophistication with urban functionality

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication
the project focuses on the seamless integration of spaces and the pursuit of fluidity in design

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the apartment is strategically reconfigured to align with the owner’s programmatic needs

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication
the design unveils the concealed beauty of the original concrete structures

renovation project of 1961 apartment in brazil exudes modern sophistication
the design narrative leans on unconventional materials and forms

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the project injects a sense of originality into the space while enhancing its fluidity

 

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project info:

 

name: Intervention and Renovation for an Apartment in Edifício Pilar
architect: Jô Vasconcellos | @vasconcellosjo

manufacturers: Castilho & Barros

area: 110 sqm

location: Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil

photography: Daniel Ducci | @danielducci

 

 

designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here.

 

edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom

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