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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