The Association of Sabesp Engineers (AESabesp) has launched a competition to select the best architectural designs for the future São Paulo Water Museum. The goal is to find the best architectural concepts and alternatives for the restoration and expansion of the former water and sewage department building—currently known as the França Pinto Reservation Center—and the implementation of the cultural venue.
Scheduled to begin construction in 2020, the Water Museum is inspired by several institutions dedicated to the theme, such as UNESCO's Water Museum, which has branches in various cities worldwide, the Indaiatuba Water Museum in São Paulo state, and the Sanitation Museum in Curitiba, Paraná.
In addition to providing a new leisure and cultural space for the city, the museum aims to foster public interest in the history of sanitation, creativity, and community involvement in the conservation and rational use of water.
The museum will occupy an area of approximately 2,400 m² owned by Sabesp. It will feature an integration plaza connecting the MAC (Museum of Contemporary Art) and the Biological Institute, adding to São Paulo's cultural circuit. The new facility will also include rentable auditoriums and commercial spaces, such as a café and a gift shop.
The estimated investment is R$ 17 million. While Sabesp is expected to be one of the supporting companies, AESabesp is seeking additional partners for the project.
Registration
Applicants must submit proposals that address site landscaping, pedestrian circulation, lighting, and all other construction elements required to implement the museum. The registration fee is R$ 300.00 per project, and submissions can be made individually or by groups of up to five members. Total prize money exceeds R$ 80,000.00, to be divided among the winning proposals.
Registration opens on October 30, and applicants must provide proof of registration with CREA or CAU. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical, functional, and aesthetic excellence, as well as feasibility, cost-effectiveness, accessibility solutions, and public interest.
Access the competition brief here.
This article was written by Romullo Baratto. The translation is powered by AI.
