From Ari Tomaz
The 17 Cinco Zero Building is located in Belém, in the Amazon region, in the traditional Pedreira neighborhood, named by the Pará writer Eneida de Moraes as the "neighborhood of samba and love" in reference to the Carnival celebrations that mark its history. The project was designed to be practical and efficient, offering an affordable sales without compromising on quality and distinctive aesthetics.
Occupying a 590m² lot, the building maximizes its construction potential within the limits of municipal legislation. The structure consists of a ground floor, two parking levels, nine residential floors, and a leisure area on the rooftop. There are 36 apartments, distributed in four units per floor: two two-bedroom units, one one-bedroom unit, and one three-bedroom unit. All apartments include a parking space, as required by legislation.
The garage façade was designed open glass bricks strategically placed to ensure natural lighting and ventilation. The building also features a natural air renewal system and ground permeability through grates that allow air and rainwater circulation between the ground and second floors, improving thermal comfort in these areas.
The building's architecture stands out with a composition that creates the sensation of moving cubes, adding personality to the façade. The cladding consists of 10x10 cm tiles, which provide protection against the region's heavy rains, evoking the city's historical roots, renowned for its rich 18th and 19th-century tilework.
On the rooftop, the leisure area includes a swimming pool, a barbecue area, and a multipurpose room, as well as a 360° view of the city. The view contrasts the urban center, with its high-rise buildings, and the outskirts, with small-scale constructions and environmental preservation areas, reinforcing the project’s connection to its urban and natural context.