In August, the City of São Paulo, through SP Urbanismo and the Municipal Secretariat of Urbanism and Licensing (SMUL), launched the National Competition for Urban Furniture Design for the City of São Paulo. Open to architecture, engineering, and design professionals nationwide—who may form teams with other specialists—the competition seeks innovative, sustainable, and inclusive proposals to enhance the city's public spaces. The three best projects will be awarded a total of R$ 500,000. Registration opens on September 8 and closes on September 15, and must be completed via the official platform.
The selected proposals will help renew and expand the range of urban furniture options available to the City of São Paulo, offering solutions that can be utilized by various municipal departments for projects and construction throughout the city. Elements such as benches, planters, trash receptacles, signage totems, and restrooms should make public spaces more pleasant, accessible, and welcoming. The goal is to identify creative and sustainable solutions that improve comfort for those navigating streets and squares, respect the environment, incorporate new technologies, and celebrate the city's identity.
