João Amaral Portfolio by João Amaral

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PORTFOLIO

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

guide lines 1 PRIVATE compact housing units

2 SPECIFIC

3 LEFT OVER

common program

access and circulation

regular housing block

the strategy consist trough a new building typology, intervene in the urban scenario

criation of a common space

create a new street into the dense urban matrix of the slum, allows to bring quality into the interior of the housing blocks

the yard and vertical circulation as common space

These common spaces between the buildings will emphasize the community spirit of the inhabitants

natural light ventilation

the climate characteristics of the brasilian weather is fundamental to be taken into consideration when we design

PROJECT _

repition and standardization

how to proceed?

using the leftovers - social housing project - 2011 LOCATION _ heli처polis - s찾o paulo - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed in the MAS of Urban Design DESIGN _ jo찾o amaral + manuela tamborino

Commerce/workshop green/agriculture/vertical garden leisure area Barbecue/kitchen Laundry + drying area Waste collecting point

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

*fotos by André Vieira

area: 25m²

area: 50m²

Trough the observation of the favela inhabitants profile, as you can have a glimpse in the images, we realised that it diversity and specificity, social and economic, wasn´t take into consideration by the government housing projects that are being realized in several locations around slums in Brasil major cities. Therefore one of the goals behind this project was then to offer a system that provides flexibility as well as diversity for the inhabitants. One of the constrains that was over the table was the necessity to somehow respect the ratio of 50m2 per house unit for a normal family (3 elements). This is a restriction that the brasilian law obliges to all social housing projects. In our understanding this is a mystake that puts in jeopardy the social cohesion of the communities as well don´t take into to consideration the profile of these future house holders. As a response a modular system was developed allowing a diverse range of housing possibilities, such as single room houses to multifamily units. The family houses always allow expansion in the future trough the open spaces inside the house space that we propose. This way the floor area is respected but we increase the volume of the units. Trough this we guarantee that the building outside spaces aren´t squattered and consequently the urban architectural quality its preserved.

using the leftovers - social housing project - 2011 LOCATION _ heliópolis - são paulo - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed in the MAS of Urban Design DESIGN _ joão amaral + manuela tamborino

area: 25m²

PROJECT _

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

*fotos by André Vieira

area: 50m²

t7 area: 50m²

t8 area: 50m²

t9 area: 75m²

area: 50m²

PROJECT _

t5 +

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

area: 50m²

void new wall elements new housing compartments

t7 area: 65m²

t7 +

PROJECT _

expanding concept

void concept

void more expansion zone

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

total = 300 m²

6 housing units + several families types

commons street shops work areas expansion areas

extra + 50m²

urban density neigborhood social inclusion

25m²

extra + 50m²

extra + 75m²

level 3

level 1

extra + 50m²

PROJECT _

level 2

level 0

25m²

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

conceptual thinking

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

modular building system A combination of recycled materials can be mixe with both concrete and polymer to create a hybrid modular building system. It combines both pre-cast concrete elements and leave in place formwork along side ‘click in’ cladding and internal wall systems. This system is harnesses the abilities of lightweight concrete mixed with structural concrete and aims to integrate both a spatial division system. This could allow for a new aesthetic within the favela, based on low cost, low energy products, with easy installation. Whilst the system can work all together, mere elements can also be taken and combined with other traditional materials and construction methods.

Modular wall tracks (Wood/Polymer composite) STRUCTURAL

INFILL Click-in slab spacers and ceiling elements Pre-fab composite floor beams for hybrid concrete slab structure

Lightweight recycled wood/ polymer composite cladding

RECYCLED LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE

RECYCLED WOOD

PROJECT _

Lightweight concrete column formwork

modular building system - recycled materials research LOCATION _ heliópolis - são paulo - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed with the MAS of Urban Design + São Paulo Municipality DESIGN _ joão amaral

Lightweight concrete edge beams with interlocking joints for floor beams

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

modular building system

PROJECT _

modular building system - recycled materials research LOCATION _ heli坦polis - s達o paulo - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed with the MAS of Urban Design + S達o Paulo Municipality DESIGN _ jo達o amaral

The proposed building system promotes full flexibilty of form and most importantly it can be adapted to irregular shaped sites within the existing fabric of the favela. The map above indicates the alignment of possible intervention areas within Heliopolis. The building system can be used in both small scale but also as it is modular can be combined en mass for larger scale interventions.

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

STRATEGIC TYPOLOGIES

STRATEGIC TOOLS

REGULAR GRID

URBAN TYPOLOGIE

IRREGULAR GRID INFORMAL GRID

SELF BUILT UNIT HOUSING COOPERATIVE

HOUSING TYPOLOGY

FORMAL INCREMENTAL HOUSING SELF BUILT HOUSING

HYBRID CONDOMINIUM FORMAL CONDOMINIUM TRAFFIC INFRASTRUCTURE

MOBILITY TYPLOGY

TRANSPORTS INTERFACE PUBLIC TRANSPORTS

COMMUNITY MARKET COMMERCIAL TYPOLOGY

MARKET SHOPPING MALL STREET SHOPS

PEDESTRIAN TYPOLOGY

STREET UPGRADING MEETING POINTS GREEN AREAS

BIO-PARK GOLF COURSE AGRICULTURE AREAS

COMMUNITY TYPOLOGY

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE UNIT LEISURE FACILITIES SOCIAL FACILITIES

rio das pedras

OFFICES/SERVICES TYPOLOGY

BUSSINESS CENTER OFFICE TOWER CIVIC CENTER

PRODUCTION TYPOLOGY

COOKING COOPERATIVE TAYLOR COOPERATIVE ORNAMENTAL PLANTS

INFO BOX TOURISM

TOURISM POINT CULTURAL COOPERATIVE

tijuca bay

PROJECT _

LANDSCAPE TYPOLOGY

IN DOOR SPORTS

working the tools - urban intervention project - 2011 LOCATION _ rio das pedras - rio de janeiro - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed in the MAS of Urban Design DESIGN _ jo達o amaral + manuela tamborino

OPEN AIR SPORTS

SPORTS TYPOLOGY

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

social service infrastructure As an analysis result of the micro entrepreneurship reality in the Brazilian slums we realize that most of the times the lack of spatial infrastructures is the main reason for not starting a business or a community activity. To tackle this situation we propose to place inside the urban matrix, in the few open areas, a flexible structure that is easily assembled, that optimizes the lack of urban space through vertical growth, and offers different spaces that allows diverse uses. The strength of this structure is related with its flexibility of growing and the range of solutions that offers in a small plot, mainly because of its vertical definition. These units must be assembled in free areas inside the urban matrix and must establish a level of connections between the other Units and existing facilities. This network will give cohesion and structure to the economic and social reality of the slum community. Nevertheless, the most important function of these Units is to provide a workshop place for starters without other opportunities. Using an inviting rental system, we create an opportunity reservoir for the community development dynamic, and since these Units are managed by the Commercial and Production Association (C.P.A.) they can use the rent income to upgrade other strategic areas.

LEVEL 4

PREFABRICATED KIT OF PARTS

SOCIAL SERVICE INFRASTRUCTURE

DIAGRAMS / Section

PROJECT _

LEVEL 1

GROUND LEVEL

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

social service infrastructure 1st PHASE - EXISTING territories: The Social Service Infrastructures are the visible side of a financial strategy that aims the improvement of the micro-business conditions within the favela territory. The goal of this structure is to respond to the needs of the small entrepreneurs in a quick and cheap way, a middle step between the expansion and development of their business activities. Taking into account a survey data these units will have a diverse range of program, from social, cultural and economic. - EXTENSION territories: In the new developed areas the SSI will have an expectant condition. ItÂ´s position inside the urban matrix must be designed from the beginning, and it will assume the role of a reservoir for future urban mutations, a tool for the future needs of the financial and social needs of a neighborhood. In the beginning this unit will have just a community function.

- EXTENSION territories: Here the Social Service Infrastructures will be gradually assembled as soon as the needs of the new territory start to appear. It should work as area in benefit of the neighborhood, but establishing relations with the existing Units.

3rd PHASE - EXISTING territories: The life cycle of this structure is intimately related with the success of these small investors. The programatic uses of this structure goes from manufacteur workshops, services, community areas, publicity. As a tool to achieve economic development, a starter trigger, as soon the users expand to more profitable areas, the Social Service Infrastructures can be dismantled, and use in other areas. - EXTENSION territories: The last phase of this structure is defined by the physical impositions of the construction and it density. This is not meant to resolve all the problems, but became a simple solution for the struggle of the micro business. DIAGRAMS / Architectural Design

PROJECT _

- EXISTING territories: The strength of this structure is related with its flexibility of growing and the range of solutions that offers in a small plot, mainly because of its verticalization. The Social Service Infrastructures must be assembled in free areas inside the urban matrix and must establish a level of connections between the other Units in the favela. This network will give cohesion and structure to the economic reality and urban life. Nevertheless, the most important function of these Units is to provide a workshop place for starters without other opportunities.

working the tools - urban intervention project - 2011 LOCATION _ rio das pedras - rio de janeiro - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed in the MAS of Urban Design DESIGN _ joĂŁo amaral + manuela tamborino

2nd PHASE

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

hybrid condominium Integrating the condominium with other functions will generate a new typology to be placed inside the “favela” urban matrix. The goal is to bring a new input into the slum area, financially and socially wise. More than a different architectural approach is a social statement that we pretend to achieve. Combining different social classes in a same building, in an unthinkable urban reality, might just be possible if the balance between their different individualities and needs is respected. In a Real Estate market where prime locations and landscape dreaming scenarios are the most valued characteristics to achieve profits, the site surroundings of Rio das Pedras is very desirable for any type of investor. If this is a reality how can we take this as a plus for the “favela”? It´s our belief that informal and formal city, condominiums and slums, rich and poor, are part of society mysterious balance, one exist because the other makes it possible, and they are depending on each other for survival. This particularly study area despite of its informality is a prominent commercial centre and has one of the most beautiful views from Tijuca Bay, and it is surrounded by nature landscape as well by several real estate prime condominiums. The pressure of the formal market over this territory is enormous, so only placing the favela in the middle of this game we can make it strong enough to survive. Maybe surviving will mean changing, but that´s evolution. Combining the desires of the formal investor that prefers the condominium typology as a way to achieve high profits in a prime location with low land cost, among the commercial ambition of this slum, we are aiming for a typology that mixes high income housing, with a shopping mall (one of the most successful models for social mixture in Brazil), and also low income housing. The low income group may benefit from the facilities of the condominium and by job opportunities that this structure always creates. Through verticality we can take advantage of the views and place there the most valuable housing units, leaving the first levels for commercial uses and the low income dwellings. The shopping mall concept as behind it a strategy to allow formal brands entered slums areas, and also a way to formalize some potential commerce activities that begins in this dynamic territories. Also using this successful social model - the shopping mall – we want to slowly start the interaction between the different social classes that now will leave in the same part of the city. In the end we expect to create a gentrification process that will increase the financial and commercial value of this area and consequently improve the living quality of this territory. HOUSING BLOCK

PRIVATE PRIVATE PARKING

ISOLATED

GATED COMMUNITY FASE 1

HOUSING + COMMERCE

PRIVATE PARKING

GATED COMMUNITY FASE 2

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

COMMERCE

HIGH INCOME HOUSING

PUBLIC SQUARE

COMMERCE

PRIVATE PARKING

HYBRID CONDOMINIUM FASE 3

PROJECT _

PRIVATE SPACE

working the tools - urban intervention project - 2011 LOCATION _ rio das pedras - rio de janeiro - brasil TYTYPE _ conceptual project developed in the MAS of Urban Design DESIGN _ joão amaral + manuela tamborino

HOUSING + COMMERCE

HIGH INCOME HOUSING

SOCIAL INTERACTION LEVEL

INSERTED INTEGRATED

PRIVATE

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+15.00

+12.00

+0.00 +9.00

+3.00

+0.00

+1.65

+15.00

+12.00

+9.00

+0.00

PARKING ENTRANCE

VOID +3.00

VOID +24.00

+15.00

+9.00 +3.00 VOID

VOID

+12.00

LEVEL 5

LEVEL 9

GROUND LEVEL +15.00

+12.00

+0.00 +9.00

+3.00

+0.00

+3.00

+1.65

+15.00

+3.00

+0.00

+3.00

+12.00

+9.00

VOID +3.00

VOID +15.00

+24.00

+9.00 +3.00 VOID

VOID

+12.00

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 6

+15.00

LEVEL 10

+12.00

+0.00 +18.00

VOID +3.00

+9.00 +9.00

+9.00

VOID +3.00

+9.00 +3.00 VOID

VOID +27.00

+18.00

+9.00 +3.00 VOID

VOID

+12.00

LEVEL 7

LEVEL 3

+12.00

+15.00

+12.00

LEVEL 11

+12.00

+0.00 +12.00

+12.00

+18.00

+21.00

VOID +3.00

+12.00

+9.00

VOID +3.00

+30.00 +33.00

+3.00 VOID

+12.00

PROGRAMMATIC PLANS

VOID +21.00

+9.00

+3.00 VOID

LEVEL 4

VOLUMETRIC DIAGRAM

+9.00

+3.00

+9.00

+3.00

+0.00

+15.00

VOID

LEVEL 8

LEVEL 12

PROJECT _

+27.00

+9.00

VOID

+3.00

+6.00

+12.00

+9.00

+3.00

+9.00

+3.00

+0.00

+15.00

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

HYBRID CONDOMINIUM_STREET VIEW

HYBRID CONDOMINIUM_COMMERCE AREA PROJECT _

HYBRID CONDOMINIUM SOCIAL SERVICE INFRASTRUCTURE

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

irregular grid From the analysis of the self build urban matrix of the “favela” we pretend to create a design that translate the recognized qualities in terms of the street profiles and networks. The irregular shape of the public space, the labyrinth feeling, the narrow streets profiles, the alley-ways, the irregularity of façades and plots, all this elements create a unique atmosphere that benefit the pedestrian and stimulate the appropriation of the street by the inhabitants. Gathering all these ingredients with a more formal approach we pretend to achieve the same result but solving the inequalities related with the informal approach. EXISTING URBAN MATRIX

Public space Pedestrian and traffic streets, plazas, alleyways.

Private open space Patios, back and front gardens.

Plot areas Formal housing, self-built, community buildings.

Building areas Formal housing, self-built, community buildings.

Final plan 80% formal incremental housing; 20% Self Built Units.

PROJECT _

Circulation hierarchy Traffic roads, main plazas, commercial streets, meeting points.

PROPOSED URBAN STRUCTURE

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

HYBRID HOUSING TYPOLOGIE PROPOSED

COMMUNITY TYPOLOGIE PROPOSED 0m 5m 10m

FORMAL HOUSING TYPOLOGIE PROPOSED

PROJECT _

PROPOSED URBAN STRUCTURE Example of a possible urban arrangement

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

formal housing Defined as a final product that could be sold in the real estate market, we pretend to develop a typology related with the middle class, or families with a fixed reasonable income, where there is a special attention to create a flexible house that allows different uses besides the habitat itself, such as the commercial and production ones. Incremental growth should also be take into consideration as a essential characteristic of the final design.

MERCE

FORMAL HOUSING TYPOLOGIE PROPOSED POSSIBLE RENTAL DWELLING POSSIBLE COMMERCIAL/WORKSHOP SPACE

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2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

hybrid housing

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It´s a concept that pretends to mix the self built system adequacy to these urban realities with a formal system in order to improve the quality of the basic infrastructure of the dwellings. This way providing part of a formal structure for the housing (could it be an all floor or just the basic structural elements) we guarantee the minimum of the requirements desirable for the human habitat, but also some coherence in the urban layout, leaving space for the self appropriation and diversity of façade designs and uses. By that we allow to create a city based on mixability and mutation. Financially this is a low budget system allowing low income families to achieve their first house unities. amily

POSSIBLE RENTAL DWELLING POSSIBLE COMMERCIAL/WORKSHOP SPACE

PROJECT _

FORMAL HOUSING TYPOLOGIE PROPOSED

SELF BUILT TYPOLOGY ELEVATION AND PLANS 1:200

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

HYBRID HOUSING_STREET VIEW

FORMAL HOUSING_STREET VIEW PROJECT _

HYBRID HOUSING FORMAL HOUSING

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design

MASTERPLAN_BIRD EYE VIEW

HYBRID CONDOMINIUM_COMMERCE AREA

2011 . v 01 . english architecture * design