Comprising studio apartments and emphasizing a direct connection with neighboring buildings, on the facade, and a grid of guides the lateral stepping
One of Porto Alegre’s Most Traditional and Diverse Neighborhoods
The Beat development, created by the real estate company Astir, is located in Cidade Baixa, one of the most traditional and culturally diverse neighborhoods in Porto Alegre. Renowned for its lively urban atmosphere, the district is filled with shops, cafés, bars, restaurants, and public squares that bring energy to the streets throughout the day and night.
This vibrant setting provides residents with easy access to leisure, services, and community life, making Cidade Baixa one of the city’s most desirable places to live. The project embraces the character of the neighborhood while contributing a contemporary architectural presence to its evolving urban landscape.
A Stepped Rooftop that Respects Historic Context
A key objective of the project was to establish a harmonious relationship between the new development and the surrounding buildings protected by the city’s historical heritage regulations. Rather than competing with its context, the design seeks a respectful balance between preservation and modernity.
The architectural volume aligns with neighboring facades, reinforcing the continuity of the streetscape. At the same time, the building’s rooftop is carefully stepped laterally, reducing its visual impact and allowing the new structure to integrate naturally into the historic urban fabric. This thoughtful approach enables contemporary architecture to coexist with the neighborhood’s architectural legacy while maintaining a distinct and forward-looking identity.
Studio Apartment Composition
Comprising studio apartments and emphasizing a direct connection with neighboring buildings, on the facade, a grid of primary vertical and secondary horizontal planes guides the lateral stepping. Setback glazed panels form the front and rear faces of the building, fostering an open dialogue between public and private spaces.
Terraces, are dedicated to the condominium areas
Terraces, resulting from the volumetric adjustments, are dedicated to the condominium areas. These terraces stand out not only for their privileged views but also for crowning the project. The double-height ceiling in the event hall facilitates visual connections with the outdoor areas, giving prominence to this space.
Its Brutalist Character
The use of exposed concrete, prevalent in this work, was chosen for its neutrality in relation to the historical context and its lack of ornamentation. Its brutalist character serves as the project’s defining feature, creating a distinctive identity for the development.
