{"id":14156,"date":"2025-09-07T00:33:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T17:33:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/former-bank-in-brazil-transforms-into-vibrant-magnum-lourdes-college-by-biri-chico-albano\/"},"modified":"2025-09-07T00:33:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-06T17:33:34","slug":"former-bank-in-brazil-transforms-into-vibrant-magnum-lourdes-college-by-biri-chico-albano","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/former-bank-in-brazil-transforms-into-vibrant-magnum-lourdes-college-by-biri-chico-albano\/","title":{"rendered":"former bank in brazil transforms into vibrant magnum lourdes college by biri + chico albano"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">BIRI + Chico Albano transform Former Bank into School<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Located in a landmark 1980s building near Pra\u00e7a da Liberdade, Belo Horizonte, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/architecture-in-brazil\/\">Brazil<\/a><\/strong>, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/renovation-architecture-and-design\/\">revitalized<\/a><\/strong> Magnum Lourdes College by BIRI + Chico Albano adapts a former bank into a contemporary <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/school-architecture-and-design\/\">educational facility<\/a><\/strong>. The project retains the building\u2019s architectural character while introducing design strategies that optimize natural light, acoustic performance, and spatial organization. Key interventions include a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/rooftop-architecture-and-design\/\">rooftop<\/a><\/strong> sports and social plaza, color-coded floors for wayfinding, restored original furnishings, and a dedicated early childhood education wing.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The design process addressed the challenge of preserving historical and architectural value while meeting the functional requirements of a modern school. Social and leisure areas were integrated to connect the building with the surrounding urban context while maintaining safety for students and staff. Fixed glass panels placed in the upper sections of classroom partitions allow daylight to reach hallways and internal courtyards. Acoustic performance was improved through the installation of acoustic ceilings and double wallboards.<\/p>\n<p>all images by <a href=\"http:\/\/jomarbraganca.com.br\/\">Jomar Bragan\u00e7a<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">Color-Coded Layered Spaces Define Magnum Lourdes College<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Each floor was assigned a specific color, applied to both walls and exposed plumbing, to support navigation and reinforce identity. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/biri.arq\/\">collaborative team<\/a><\/strong> between BIRI + Chico Albano maintained exposed structural elements, aligning with the concept of the environment as a \u2018third teacher,\u2019 where spatial qualities contribute to the learning experience. In the auditorium, seating stringers by S\u00e9rgio Rodrigues were preserved and restored, and new carpeting and ceiling finishes enhanced acoustic conditions and accessibility.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In the basement, laboratories and early childhood classrooms incorporate openings of varying sizes to maintain visual connection between spaces without disrupting circulation. A covered sports court for early childhood education is positioned adjacent to classrooms for direct access. The early childhood wing is distinguished by a blue volume marking its independent entrance, with accessible ramps and outdoor plateaus for play, gardening, and sunlight exposure. The library is defined by yellow woodwork framing, which creates a transition from the main circulation space. Its furniture arrangement supports reading and rest during breaks. The rooftop was converted into a multifunctional plaza with city views, natural light, and facilities for sports and social activities. Through these interventions, the Magnum Lourdes College project preserves the building\u2019s architectural heritage while introducing adaptable, functional, and contextually integrated spaces for education.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>former bank transformed for educational use<\/p>\n<p>rooftop plaza combines sports and social activities<\/p>\n<p>rooftop offers city views and natural light<\/p>\n<p>\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>design retains original architectural character<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p>outdoor plateaus for play and gardening<\/p>\n<p>rooftop features an open-air cafeteria<\/p>\n<p>rooftop offers city views and natural light<\/p>\n<p>staircase wrapped in perforated metal sheets<\/p>\n<p>blue volume marks the early childhood entrance<\/p>\n<p>\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>restored original furnishings in learning spaces<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p>library framed with yellow woodwork<\/p>\n<p>reading spaces integrated into circulation areas<\/p>\n<p>color-coded floors aid navigation and identity<\/p>\n<p>typical classroom with city views<\/p>\n<p>dedicated early childhood education wing<\/p>\n<p>\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>exposed structure as part of the teaching experience<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p>1980s building on Bernardo Guimar\u00e3es Street adapted into a modern school<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>project info:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>name:<\/strong>\u00a0Magnum Lourdes College<br \/>\n<strong>architects:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/biri.arq.br\/\">BIRI<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/biri.arq\/\">@biri.arq<\/a> + Chico Albano | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chicoalbano.arq\/\">@chicoalbano.arq<\/a><br \/>\nlocation:\u00a0Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil<\/p>\n<p><strong>area:<\/strong> 4,320 sqm<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>lead architects:<\/strong> Marcos Franchini and Nattalia Bom Conselho (BIRI), Francisco Albano<\/p>\n<p><strong>collaboration:<\/strong> Gabriella Sevilha, J\u00falia Galindo, Tiago Nogueira<\/p>\n<p><strong>landscaping project:<\/strong> Juliano Borin<\/p>\n<p><strong>signage project:<\/strong> Lucas Machado Design<\/p>\n<p><strong>acoustic project:<\/strong> JBARROS Architecture and Acoustics<\/p>\n<p><strong>lighting project:<\/strong> Atia\u00eea Lighting Design<\/p>\n<p><strong>architectural measurement:<\/strong> Ariw\u00e1 Topografia<\/p>\n<p><strong>construction execution:<\/strong> Qualis Engenharia<\/p>\n<p><strong>corporate furniture and puffs:<\/strong> Tablo Corporativo<\/p>\n<p><strong>educational furniture:<\/strong> Metadil M\u00f3veis<\/p>\n<p><strong>furniture for squares and terrace:<\/strong> Novid\u00e1rio<\/p>\n<p><strong>photographer:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/jomarbraganca.com.br\/\">Jomar Bragan\u00e7a<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jomarbraganca\/\">@jomarbraganca<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>illustration:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/mfranchini.com\/\">Marcos Franchini<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mfranchini\">@mfranchini<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>designboom has received this project from our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/readers-submit\">DIY submissions<\/a>\u00a0feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/readers\/\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom<\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/architecture\/former-bank-brazil-vibrant-magnum-lourdes-college-biri-chico-albano-09-06-2025\/\">former bank in brazil transforms into vibrant magnum lourdes college by biri + chico albano<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/\">designboom | architecture &amp; design magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BIRI + Chico Albano transform Former Bank into School \u00a0 Located in a landmark 1980s building near Pra\u00e7a da Liberdade, Belo Horizonte, Brazil, the revitalized Magnum Lourdes College by BIRI + Chico Albano adapts a &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[142],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v16.7 - 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