expo bonna by basiches arquitetos features gestural roof

expo bonna by basiches arquitetos features gestural roof
photo © ricardo bassetti
all images courtesy of basiches arquitetos associados

‘expo bonna’ is an open floor plan museum by basiches arquitetos associados. located on a corner lot, the idea of ​​using an inclined plane was created to contrast the building’s appearance with its surrounding context. as a result, the form of the roof announces itself on the interior and exterior. above the works of art, it determines the spatial qualities of the room as it slopes upwards and away from the private programs of the design. simultaneously, passersby on the perimeter of the complex notice that it provides an overhang that diffuses light outwards at night while providing heat gains and natural lighting during the day.  the slope is coated with concrete-colored paint and the window frames that predominate the three façades are divided by evenly dispersed black aluminum mullions. the expo holds temporary exhibitions, creating a flexible layout with the support structure and administrative functions in the back.

the organization of the landscape provides privacy and a connection with nature
photo © ricardo bassetti

profile of the structure showing the slope
photo © ricardo bassetti

axonometric views of the building
photo © ricardo bassetti

details of the mullions that support the roof and provide a lightness to the design
photo © ricardo bassetti

the overhang diffuses light in every direction
photo © ricardo bassetti

view of the exhibition space
photo © ricardo bassetti

profile of the design at night
photo © ricardo bassetti

the roof is decorated with concrete-colored paint
photo © ricardo bassetti

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