Casa Lacerda is a colonial-style building located in the Historic Center of Lapa. It is individually listed by IPHAN and the Paraná Cultural Heritage Coordination and is situated within an urban area that is also protected at both the federal and state levels. Donated to IPHAN in the 1980s, the house now functions as a museum that replicates a typical Lapa residence, while also serving as a "Heritage House" (Casa do Patrimônio) that hosts temporary exhibitions, courses, and activities for the local community.
As the entity responsible for the site, IPHAN has been investing in the expansion of heritage education initiatives, creating more space for cultural activities and exhibitions. Furthermore, because the site is located within a protected historic center, there is a need to create a space to serve the local Lapa community. To this end, it is necessary to expand the physical footprint of the Casa Lacerda Museum by constructing an annex that meets these requirements, accompanied by a landscape design that integrates the new building with the museum's outdoor spaces.
