Waterfront for Porto Alegre in Porto Alerge, Brazil

July 23, 2011 Category: Cultural, Public Buildings

Designed by b720 Arquitectos, Waterfront for Porto Alegre is located in Porto Alerge, Brazil. Disused warehouses in the dock area (built in 1920) will be transformed into dining and shopping spaces while maintaining the original appearance of the buildings. Respect for the cultural and historical significance of the buildings to be restored is a key aspect of the architectural project, which also stresses responsible use of natural resources.

The government of the state of Rio Grande do Sul has awarded a private concession for the execution and operation of the project to the Porto Cais Mauá do Brasil S.A. Consortium. The consortium is headed by the Spanish company Landside, which brings together the companies SPIM, GIS Trade Center, Proactiva, Iberosport and Contern. Under the concession agreement, the consortium will operate the new businesses for 25 years.

Waterfront for Porto Alegre Design by b720 Arquitectos