Brazilian architects directory 2010
Architect: Atelier UM
Project: House M, São Paolo
Website: www.atelier-um.com
Gustavo Utrabo and Juliano Monteiro founded Atelier UM in 2008. Both share an interest in the densely digital world of parametric architecture, and following studies in Curitiba, Barcelona and Madrid, they set up their own studio together. Their interest in programme and parameters gives them a dynamic edge, and their work is shot through with conceptual ideas, starting from the basis that functionalism and flexibility should underpin every project. The output from their first full year of practice include the fortress-like House M, a monumental residence that presents a stone face to the road while wrapping a glassy rear façade around a courtyard and pool. Their conceptual project for the UP to 35 competition proposed a scattering of green-roofed geometric forms, designed to snare and intrigue the passer-by. Other works include benches, graphic design and a shower created as a stalactite-like growth. More cultural and residential works are on the boards, together with an installation entitled ‘Art, Space and Parametricism’ that sets out their approach. ‘Inevitably, Brazilian modernism influenced our academic studies,' the architects say, 'but today our research seeks different elements. Nevertheless, we admire the works and thoughts of João Vilanova Artigas, Paulo Mendes da Rocha and Affonso Reidy – they all established new connections and possibilities.'
Project: House M, São Paolo
Website: www.atelier-um.com
Gustavo Utrabo and Juliano Monteiro founded Atelier UM in 2008. Both share an interest in the densely digital world of parametric architecture, and following studies in Curitiba, Barcelona and Madrid, they set up their own studio together. Their interest in programme and parameters gives them a dynamic edge, and their work is shot through with conceptual ideas, starting from the basis that functionalism and flexibility should underpin every project. The output from their first full year of practice include the fortress-like House M, a monumental residence that presents a stone face to the road while wrapping a glassy rear façade around a courtyard and pool. Their conceptual project for the UP to 35 competition proposed a scattering of green-roofed geometric forms, designed to snare and intrigue the passer-by. Other works include benches, graphic design and a shower created as a stalactite-like growth. More cultural and residential works are on the boards, together with an installation entitled ‘Art, Space and Parametricism’ that sets out their approach. ‘Inevitably, Brazilian modernism influenced our academic studies,' the architects say, 'but today our research seeks different elements. Nevertheless, we admire the works and thoughts of João Vilanova Artigas, Paulo Mendes da Rocha and Affonso Reidy – they all established new connections and possibilities.'
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