BCMF + MACH arquitetos propose integrated science and technology park in brazil

BCMF + MACH arquitetos propose integrated science and technology park in brazil
all images courtesy of BCMF arquitetos / MACH arquitetos

BCMF arquitetos and MACH arquitetos together have collaborated on a masterplan of the science & technology park of itajubá. the city in brazil is known for its variety in industrial districts and having a prestigious university system in the country. with this context, the scheme proves propitious for the construction of the science and technology park – an enterprise in which the partnership between the three spheres of government, private companies and the federal university of itajubá (UNIFEI) will create an environment conducive to innovation and development, both locally and for the country.

the administrative building is established in two main levels, prioritizing public activities on the ground floor

the vast scheme has been developed with an emphasis on the providing an organized environmental and landscape quality. a large park for public use, will aim to stimulate tourist activity meanwhile, the overall landscaping will have a respect and consistent connection with the low density and integration of the built environment. the forestation of streets in the urban planning is thematic, meaning each street corresponds to particular native tree species. perennial species that require less water for irrigation will be planted, besides being able to promote sustainable landscaping, it will save on maintenance costs.

gathering spaces have been dedicated to the wellness and socialization of pcti employees

the architecture itself comprises of three new buildings: the administrative building, the startup incubators center, and the maintenance center. although proposed as three separate and distinct structures, they have a common characteristic of using industrialized building systems such as modular precast concrete. furthermore, the use and control of natural ventilation, lighting, and large openings establish the continuity between architectural space and landscape.

the administrative spaces are hold by a long linear block over ‘pilotis’

yellow fins define the exterior of the administrative building

the city is known for its university and industrial areas

courtyards established in the center of the office space

inside the startup incubators center

the startup incubators center is defined by the multitude of activities performed by the participating companies

the context has been designed with an emphasis on environmental and landscape quality

the park will become a place for public use, a leisure option for the city and its surroundings

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project info:

project name: science and technology park of itajubá (pcti)
location: itajubá, minas gerais (brazil)
client: federal university of itajubá (unifei)
architects: bruno campos, marcelo fontes, silvio todeschi (bcmf architects) , fernando maculan , mariza machado coelho
(mach architects) team mara coelho, patricia bueno, andré resende , anna lobato , gabriela gomes , leonardo rodrigues , marta guedán carolina eboli, luisy silva , henrique amin
renderings bcmf arquitetos (andré resende)
coordination and urban infrastructure: engesolo
acoustics: oppus
wayfinding / graphic design: hardy design
concrete structure: engeserj
steel structure: jansen domingues
waterproofing: firmino siqueira / isolate
electrical: automation and sonorization engeth
landscape: vazio s/a
hydraulics and fireproofing: mm projects