Project descriptionThe disorder within the university campus of the Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC) in Rio de Janeiro and the lack of space initiated the
Binding infrastructure: expanding the university’s capacity project. The relocation of a parking area that today disturbs the entrances to the campus to an unused roof slab of a tunnel is the first component of the project. The second and major intervention is a new structure, connecting and thus upgrading two existing buildings in the same entrance area of the campus. This multistory structure shall also serve as a symbol, demonstrating togetherness by linking not only the two existing major structures but also the new parking facility.
Comment of the Holcim Awards jury Latin AmericaThe jury found the general approach of the project convincing, densifying the campus on the one hand and creating new public spaces on the other. The necessity of handling existing structures is a theme of high value, particularly because the project dares to deal with well-designed buildings. The claim of promoting simplicity is well presented in the strategy, yet certain appropriate technical proposals are made. The design also responds successfully in terms of the site’s context with a strong architectural language.
Descripción del proyecto y el comentario del jurado en español (PDF, 76KB)Descrição do projeto e comentar júri em Português (PDF, 77KB)