Central do Brasil
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Restoration of an iconic 1945 Art Deco train station along with the addition of two levels of retail built above the existing railway tracks with a rooftop park and lifestyle area.
SCOPE
Designcorp International led the comprehensive restoration design and adaptive reuse of the historically significant Central do Brasil station in Rio de Janeiro. The project entailed preserving the 1945 Art Deco building while designing and integrating two levels of new retail over the existing tracks. Additional programming included creating a dynamic rooftop park and lifestyle terrace to activate public engagement with the site.
SOLUTIONS
The refurbishment design retained and highlighted the station’s Art Deco heritage while carefully inserting contemporary retail structures atop the live railway environment. Innovative engineering allowed seamless construction above active tracks without disrupting rail services. The added rooftop park and lifestyle zone bring vibrant public space and community amenities, breathing new life into a historic transport hub.
Porto Maravilha
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Master Planning and Architectural Design Concept of a Major mixed use development proposed as a key feature for the revitalization of the downtown area of Rio de Janeiro. The project consists of above ground parking, three levels of retail, an outdoor sheltered park and lifestyle area, three office towers, two multi use towers as well as five residential towers on an adjacent site.
A major mixed-use development proposed for the revitalization of downtown Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, featuring extensive retail, office, multi-use, and residential towers, complemented by an outdoor sheltered park and lifestyle area.
SCOPE
Comprehensive masterplanning and architectural design for a large-scale mixed-use development encompassing multiple residential, office, and multi-use towers, extensive retail space across three levels, above-ground parking, and the creation of an outdoor sheltered park and lifestyle area as part of a major downtown revitalization initiative.
SOLUTIONS
Proposed an integrated development strategy to revitalize a key downtown area by combining diverse urban functions, maximizing space utilization with multi-story towers and retail, and enhancing public life through the inclusion of a dedicated outdoor park and lifestyle zone.
Shopping Nova América
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Planning and Design of a factory conversion to a mixed use project. A landmark redevelopment converting a historic factory into a vibrant retail and entertainment destination, seamlessly blending heritage with modern community needs.
SCOPE
Comprehensive adaptive reuse of the historic factory building and surrounding site, including retail spaces, dining, entertainment venues, and public realm enhancements.
SOLUTIONS
The project focused on the preservation and celebration of architectural heritage through sensitive design, alongside the creation of flexible, mixed-use retail and leisure spaces. It also prioritized the integration of public plazas to enhance community interaction and improved pedestrian connectivity with transit integration.
AWARDS
- 1994 – ARIDO – Bronze – Shopping Centres
- 1996 – ARIDO – Silver – Restoration & Adaptive Reuse
- 1997 – ICSC – Award of Merit – Innovation Design & Construction
- 1997 – Financial Post – Design Effectiveness Award
- 2004 – Maxi Award for Greatest Increase in Productivity for All Centres Worldwide
- 2014 – ICSC – Silver – Design & Development
- 2014 – ABRASCE – Premium Gold – Design & Development
- 2015 – ICSC – Silver – Design & Development
- 2017 – Reno-Lifestyle – GOLD – LA RECon Puerto Rico & Caribbean
- 2023 – ABRASCE Award – Silver
