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Decoration, Architecture

Light weaves between brises and designs a unique office in Minas Gerais

Project by José Lourenço for the 25th Minas Gerais exhibition, Minas Workpod reflects a trend of seeking comfort in the work environment

By Giovanna Jarandilha

Submitted at Oct 1, 2020, 1:09 PM

03 min de leitura
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mines-workpod-jose-lourenco-casacor-minas-gerals-2019-jose-braganca-2 (Jomar Bragança)

(Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)

Designed as a mobile office that can be easily transported and recreated elsewhere, Minas Workpod is recognized for its beautiful geometric composition created by natural lighting, which passes through the marble brise-soleil and projects a rectilinear pattern onto the wood-effect vinyl flooring. The project , which was part of CASACOR Minas Gerais 2019, was proposed as the governor's office – a way of dialoguing with the original architecture of Palácio das Mangabeiras, the official residence of the state governors and headquarters of the 25th Minas Gerais show.

(Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)

Designed by José Lourenço , the interior design is contemporary and reflects a trend towards a cozy work environment . To achieve this, warming materials such as wood and leather were used, as well as sensory fabrics that stimulate touch. like the carpet. The large oval room is filled with views of the Serra do Curral, which flows through the large window and embraces the entire space, reinforcing its natural vocation.
Opposite it, a charming kitchen was set up to welcome visitors, right at the entrance to the container . A small living room, with a small table and two armchairs, creates a ceremonial and intimate area in the hallway. Inviting on the inside and industrial on the outside, the The intention is that the steel that structures the container oxidizes and acquires the marks of time.