Friendship Day: the friendships born behind the scenes of CASACOR São Paulo traduzido por: OPENROUTER

Far beyond the largest architecture, interior design and landscaping showcase of the Americas, CASACOR São Paulo is a place where stories are written. When we talk about the cast, there are dozens of professionals who share routines during the months of preparation, common experiences and, in many cases, the dream of being part of the event. Thus, friendship bonds are formed that go beyond the corridors of the showcase.

Felipe Carolo and Rodra Cunha, Isadora Araújo and Letícia Nannetti, and Gabriel Fernandes and João Pannagio are great examples that it is possible to build sincere bonds within the universe of architecture. They are duos who support each other, inspire each other and convey confidence to one another, inside and outside of work. In celebration of Friend's Day, the architects share what is most special about their friendship stories. Check it out!

Felipe Carolo and Rodra Cunha

Felipe Carolo and Rodra Cunha connected by sharing a unique experience: both debuted at CASACOR São Paulo in the same year, in 2025. Thanks to the little push from the press office they have in common, the two created a bond that goes beyond the profession.

Felipe Carolo - Casa Jacob | Itaú Personalité. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2026. (Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)

Living through another CASACOR together, they reinforce the importance of having someone to count on during the months of the showcase. "The most beautiful thing is that we never saw this place as competition. On the contrary, we are very complementary. Each of us has a very unique language, and I think that is exactly what makes our friendship and our coexistence within CASACOR so special", says Rodra.

Rodra Cunha - Rodraarq - Fantasia à Mesa. (MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)

Felipe admires his friend for his boldness, irreverence and willingness to show all his sides. Meanwhile, Rodra highlights the other's maturity and dedication. The professionals have not yet had the opportunity to sign projects together, but Rodra imagines what it would be like: a "creative outburst" between their two opposing personalities. Among the options raised by Felipe are an exhibition or a commercial space.

Isadora Araújo and Letícia Nannetti

Another friendship that began behind the scenes of CASACOR São Paulo was between Isadora Araújo, from Panapaná Estúdio, and Letícia Nannetti. The two met at the 2023 edition, grew closer in 2024 and are even more united by signing neighboring projects in 2026. "We built a relationship of admiration, exchange and partnership, strengthened by coexistence and the experiences we share", says Letícia.

Panapaná Estúdio - Galeria Elo. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2026. (Camila Santos/Divulgação)

Both highlight that being together at CASACOR brings a sense of warmth amid the responsibilities. According to Isadora, "having this support from dear and close people, with whom you identify and maintain a great exchange right next to your space, is as important as all the rest of the work. CASACOR, in fact, is a great community for those who allow themselves to experience it".

Leticia Nannetti - Âmbar. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2026. (Bia Nauiack/Divulgação)

Together, the friends would bet on a partnership in Minas Gerais or in the interior of São Paulo, according to Isadora, or an "immersive and interactive installation-project", for Letícia. They have not yet collaborated professionally, but they admire each other's empathy and sensitivity.

Gabriel Fernandes and João Panaggio

No less important, Gabriel Fernandes and João Panaggio are always together behind the scenes of CASACOR São Paulo 2026. So much so that they show great enthusiasm when talking about a friendship that began more than four years ago.

Gabriel Fernandes - Casa Simonetto - Tributo a Janete Costa. (Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)

This time, the architects have projects side by side at the show – which allowed them to always be supporting each other during the works. "The feeling is of feeling confident, because you know there is someone next to you cheering for you too, someone you can count on, who helps you grow, to value the work. I think we cheer and celebrate twice, for you, and for your friend. João occupies this place in my life too, he has my affection", declares Gabriel.

João Panaggio - Casa da Marcenaria Brasileira | Duratex. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2026. (Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)

Gabriel is a great admirer of "João's determination to accomplish things". If they were to work together, the professional imagines signing the interior design project of a house designed by his friend. He adds: "The way he thinks about architecture, bringing his references from European professors, the connection he has with modern architectural thinking... All of this are fragments of João's research that move me. I think that combining this with my research on Brazilian culture and home would make a beautiful union".

traduzido por: OPENROUTER