BELO JARDIM CULTURAL SQUARE: A public space for a town in NE Brazil

Design team: Ana Rolim and Vera Freire (coletivo-rt), Isac Filho and Gustavo Tenório (Adpt design), and Juliano Dubeux Arquitetos Associados.

1st Prize Winner Zenildo e Zildo Caldas Award by the Brazilian Institute of Architects, Pernambuco Chapter - Category: Urbanism, Planning and Cities

During the "Belo Jardim Cultural" 48-hour marathon, three Recife-based offices engaged with residents of all ages and professions in Belo Jardim to discuss expectations for a new city square. Coordinated by a digital innovation group and supported by a local company, the initiative aimed to donate a public space to the city.

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Residents expressed preferences for seating, nature viewing areas, recreational spaces, and selfie spots, believing these elements would enhance security and foster community pride. Collaboratively, guidelines were established to integrate the square with surrounding neighborhoods, promote safety, provide shading, connect to cultural facilities, and incorporate urban furniture crafted by local artisans.

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Feedback from Belo Jardim residents led to minor adjustments in the preliminary design, resulting in construction drawings featuring connecting axes, umbrellas, multipurpose structures, a soccer court, interactive features, and leisure areas. Phase 1 of the project has transformed the city center into a vibrant public space adorned with resilient local flora

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More about the 1st Prize Winner Award by the Brazilian Institute of Architects, Pernambuco Chapter - Category: Urbanism, Planning and Cities can be found at IAB/PE.

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Click here for a video of the project.

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