# Vila Mariana
A ROOF PROJECT

This is a small project for a roof I made with Amá arquitetos. The area
was covered with an old roof we decided to remove and put a light single
plane supported by one sole column... The thing will be build now, so
I'll put some new pictures after it's done (well, if everything goes
right :)

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This proposal aims at giving a simple, open and visually light solution
for the entrance and relaxing/coffee area of the Vila Mariana factory
unit.



A thin, pure roof supported by one sole column of massive wood.

The constructive system is simple, it is a common metallic roof,
suspended to a main beam and secured by the existing structure of the
existing lateral marquises.

The two planes of the roof are separated by an open  vertical void, that
allows natural light to reach the façade and ventilates efficiently the
whole roof.

The existing masonry is removed, more vegetation is planted, creating
light and confortable green obturation, .Movable wood and glass panels
can be created for better protection against wind during winter.

The new coffee/relaxing space is open, simple, calm, and creates an
architectural event in the factory courtyard.

The entreprise's logo is painted behind, on the existing façade,
freeing comletely the new roof and giving a new role to the old wall.

Finally, this proposal represents a long-term solution, that will keep
its architectural qualities as time passes.


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updated 30.12.2006