PORTFÓLIO JOÃO ARMENTANO - MEET 28.08

Case studies developed over the years by the firm and its founder.

Armentano Arquitetura

João Armentano

Founding Partner

Born and raised in Lapa neighborhood, São Paulo, João Armentano graduated in the late 1980's. Passionate about architecture since his childhood, he admired Jorge Zalszupin's works, the creator of the furniture at the Supreme Federal Court (1960) and Lucjan Korngold's partner, a pivotal architect in the process of verticalizing downtown São Paulo in the mid-20th century.

Even during his university years, Armentano entered the architecture market, establishing partnerships and building his reputation until he founded his eponymous firm in 1987.

As a true inheritor of modern design, Armentano works within the precise parameters of composition that underpinned the revolutionary shifts proposed by avant-garde art and modern architecture. In Armentano Arquitetura's projects, this set of relationships serves as a bedrock for his method of spatial construction – a solid foundation that allows for the integration of all the complexity, innovation, and diversity of contemporary life.

Armentano Arquitetura

AARQ

Presently, the firm boasts a team of 40 members, among them 25 designers and architects with expertise across a range of project scales - from furniture design to large real estate ventures. This diversity is justified by an awareness of the work complexity and the scale variety that need to be worked with. There are situations where architectural projects struggle to establish connections with the people who inhabit or regularly visit them. No matter how meticulous and skillful the design, or how ingenious the structural system, the scale of a building is not always compatible with the warmth of everyday life.

The firm's work seeks solutions to connect these scales and interior projects act as mediators between inhabitants and buildings. The company is able to meet a wide range of demands it receives thanks to its extensive market experience, the innovative and creative spirit of its architects, capable of adopting cutting-edge technology for modeling and project production using the BIM system.

Armentano Arquitetura

FACADE PROJECTS

SUZANO

Suzano

BELLINI

Bellini

LOFTS SÃO PAULO V

Armentano Arquitetura

PIRANDELO

IN PROGRESS

In Progress

BUILDING STUDIES

BUILDING STUDY

Building Study

BUILDING STUDY

Building Study

BUILDING STUDY

Building Study

BUILDING STUDY

HOTELS PROJECTS

HOTEL UNIQUE

Unique

Refining and respecting Ruy Ohtake's design elegance, the renovation of Hotel Unique's interiors follows a style that further complements the fine architecture, which is the protagonist. The possibility of updating the interiors made this architectural icon stand out even more in the hospitality industry.

Pool

With a minimalist atmosphere, the pool is located on the hotel's terrace, standing out for its reddish color and lighting design, which enhances the quality of the resting space.

The reception can be the main area for the first charm of the guests. The arrangement of the furniture was designed with the aim of facilitating the quick movement of those who pass by and for those who remain, to demonstrate an air of elegance and minimalism, with vibrant colors and memorable furniture.

Bar - The Wall

The appropriate name for this environment, considering that it is characterized by the illuminated shelf, fixed to the bar wall itself, with a vast extension of a collection of liquor bottles.

Oasis - Presidential

The largest suite available at Hotel Unique, this one has undergone a general renovation in its environments, which range from the living room to the master bathroom. The main update came through the alteration of the furniture, which features more neutral colors, making the coating applied to the walls, in wood, the protagonist of the work.

Bathroom - Presidential

The master bathroom has a new proposal for coatings, totally different from the rest. On the floor, a coating similar to raw stone was applied, characterized by its texture, while on the walls, a darker material, creating density in the other ambient.

Restaurant

The updating of Hotel Unique's main restaurant was given by the application of a new ceiling, in wooden slats, with lighter colors, enhanced by the lighting project, which values warmth. The walls are also covered in light wood, while the furniture is disposed in a variety of neutral tones.

Spa

The place for massages has a comfortable atmosphere so that the guest has the best possible relaxation experience. The wood that surrounds the perimeter of the room creates the feeling of a large space, favored by the style of lighting adopted, applied to the walls and ceiling.

COMMON AREA PROJECTS

SETAI HOUSES

Setai Houses

SETAI RESORT

Setai Resort

GROENLÂNDIA

Groenlândia

RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS

HL Residential

The Residential HL Building on Horácio Lafer Street in São Paulo offers a modern and elegant living experience, perfectly blending urban life with the natural beauty of Parque do Povo. Its contemporary architecture, expansive windows, and luxurious interiors provide residents with stunning views of the park. The building has one apartment per floor, it was implanted in such a way as to allow all bedrooms, bathrooms and living rooms contemplate the view. The interior design project explores the view of the park, the external light, creating a cozy and sophisticated environment. LOCAL

São Paulo, São Paulo

715 m2

Lounge

HL building Sao Paulo

A cozy lounge makes up the layout at the living room

Highlight for the plastic artist Adriana Varejao work of art

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Living

HL Building São Paulo

Using dark tones and natural finishes such as concrete, metal and stone, and always exploring natural light, the living room brings sophistication, modernity and warmth

Emphasis for the steel shelf that makes up the living room

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Dining Room

In the same atmosphere as the rest of the project the dining room maintains neutral and dark elements with contrasting color points and explore the effects of natural light of the apartment

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Hall Suite

Changing climate is evident at the entrance of the master suite

Different tones and types of materials like wood prevail in this environment.

An anteroom includes the office desk and the metal bookcase.

Master Suite

Keeping the cozy atmosphere, materials such as wood, natural fabrics and warm colors create a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere.

In the master suite, the layout privileges the view, the bed faces the the park view

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Master Bathroom

The master bathroom is a show apart. Entirely clad in calacata marble, white finishes and bronze metals is the highlight of the master suite

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Girl’s Bedroom

Priivileging the view and using an off-white palette composes the girl's warm and monochromatic room

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Boy’s Bedroom

Priivileging the view and using a gray palette composes the boy's warm and monochromatic room

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CD Residence

Residential

CD Residence is a residential building, located in the city of Sao Paulo. The apartment is very spacious and bright, which contributed a lot to the project. Another great advantage is its double height. The choice of wood in the project brings warmth and sophistication.

LOCAL São Paulo/SP

ÁREA

TIPOLOGIA Residential

Living

CD residence São Paulo

To compose with the wood, we chose travertine marble for the fireplace and floor, the mix of materiality provides a refined environment with personality.

Modern furniture mixes with classics, a hallmark of the architect.

Gourmet

Minimalist using the materiality and modernity of the project, the gourmet is engaging due to its architecture.

Living

Amore intimate, more sober room, wood prevails warming the environment.

Dinner

What shines in the dining room is the table from Baleri Italia Fratino

Crystal,Brand: Baleri Italia and Designer: Jeff Miller is practically a sculpture and the artwork in the back of Vik Muniz

Gordian Puzzles: Garden of Earthly Delights, after H. Bosch it's stunning.

Thank You.