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World famous design studio Pininfarina — the creative team behind Ferrari's iconic curves — is partnering with Brazilian developer Cyrela for a luxury residential project located in the heart of São Paulo, Brazil's largest metropolis. The development has just been awarded the iF Design Award in the Architecture and Interior category, joining other outstanding designs dating back to 1954.
Characterized by a bold undulating façade and triangular balconies, Cyrela by Pininfarina is currently under construction in the Vila Olympia neighbourhood of São Paulo, known for its concentration of multinational companies' headquarters, high-end shopping destinations, and active nightlife. According to the developer and architect, the use of a symmetrical steel structure allows for the building to "look like it was sculpted by the wind," while giving the impression that passersby are always facing the building's main facade. Other design features will include Corten steel plates covering the balconies' ridges, as well as spotlights highlighting the crown molding.
Rising 23 storeys above a 2,050-square-metre lot on Rua das Fiandeiras, the development will offer 92 units ranging from 50 to 100 square metres in size. Thanks to the tower's limited footprint, there will be a maximum of four units per floor. However, each unit will be delivered without any walls or partitions to give purchasers a greater freedom in the conception of their dwelling's layout. Additionally, all units will include two parking spaces located within the base of the tower.
Tentatively scheduled for completion in February 2018, Cyrela by Pininfarina will offer future residents state-of-the-art amenities, such as a fitness facility with the latest equipment and an outdoor swimming pool, while the tower's entrance will be marked by a lobby boasting a 10-metre ceiling height. In the meantime, additional images and information can be found in our Database file linked below. Want to get involved in the discussion? Leave a comment at the bottom of this page or check out the associated Forum thread.
