Translucency in 7 Projects of Contemporary Brazilian Architecture

The use of translucent materials in Brazilian architecture has been a growing trend in recent years. Translucent laminated glass, polycarbonate and acrylic are just a few of them. They have different advantages and disadvantages regarding cost, impact resistance, and thermal and acoustic insulation. What outlines the common benefit between them is the constant dialogue they provide between interior and exterior.

Translucency in 7 Projects of Contemporary Brazilian Architecture
Casa Praia Vermelha / Nitsche Arquitetos. Image: © André Scarpa Casa Praia Vermelha / Nitsche Arquitetos. Image: © André Scarpa

The use of translucent materials in Brazilian architecture has been a growing trend in recent years. Translucent laminated glass, polycarbonate and acrylic are just a few of them. They have different advantages and disadvantages regarding cost, impact resistance, and thermal and acoustic insulation. What outlines the common benefit between them is the constant dialogue they provide between interior and exterior.

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