Bradco
Factory for Em Paralelo
Bradco Factory produces luxury goods in Portugal. Located in the municipality of Castelo de Paiva, the landscape was very important in defining the project as it allowed a lot of transparency between the interior and the exterior. It is currently a notorious company for also working with renowned brands.
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Unique Properties
Bradco, the Industrial Unit. The factory that produces luxury in Portugal! Located in the municipality of Castelo de Paiva. The industry is distinguished by the fact that it is a company with a lot of light, unlike many. It also has a lot to do with the landscape. It is currently a notorious company for also working with renowned brands.
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#industry , #architecture , #factory , #leathergoods , #brasport
Production Technology
The objective of this industry was to create a methodology that would provide greater relevance within the building: light. Several skylights were designed on the factory roof so that the interior would convey a better state of mind to the employees. Stone from the region was used abroad to link the building to the territory where it belongs.
Design Challenge
Bradco was a huge creative challenge for EM Paralelo. It was a very attractive architectural project due to its industrial characteristics and for being able to combine a factory in such a beautiful landscape. Representing Bradco in Portugal was a source of pride. Being able to contribute to the growth of the factory and the number of jobs was very challenging.
Project Duration
Bradco started in 2019 and ended in 2020
Operation Flow
Brasport is in charge of several production sites and each year manufactures more than two million watch straps and leather goods for all market segments. It is also able to provide after-sales services on behalf of its customers, working directly with its branches and stores. The key, as with each of their collaborations, is a design tailored to meet specific needs that further the values of each partner.
Research
Bradco industry is an industrial unit in Castelo de Paiva. With the objective of strengthening research and technological development and Innovation, a process that has led, above all, to the increase in jobs, the company of the Swiss business group Brasport activated an investment of more than 3.1 million euros, with financing of more of 1.5 million euros. Company in the sector of manufacture of bracelets and luxury leather goods, in which it assumes itself as a leader.
Inspiration
The inspiration for this project was above all the challenge of designing a different industry with local characteristics. Materials such as stone from the region, glass and steel were explored. The landscape was very important in defining the project as it allowed a lot of transparency between the interior and the exterior. Light has also always been an inspiration for there to be light, especially in the production area.
Image Credits
Imagem nº 1: Fotógrafo Ivo Tavares, Bradco, 2020. Imagem nº 2: Fotógrafo Ivo Tavares, Bradco, 2020. Imagem nº 3: Fotógrafo Ivo Tavares, Bradco, 2020. Imagem nº 4: Fotógrafo Ivo Tavares, Bradco, 2020. Imagem nº 5: Fotógrafo Ivo Tavares, Bradco, 2020.
Project Overview
Bradco Factory has been a Bronze winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2021 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Bronze Recognition
Cristina Vaz Santos e Paulo Rodrigues was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2022, a testament to excellence of their work Bradco Factory.
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Bradco: Luxury Industrial Unit in Portugal
Introducing Bradco, a luxury industrial unit in Castelo de Paiva, Portugal, designed by Cristina Vaz Santos e Paulo Rodrigues, with a focus on local materials, landscape integration, and ample natural light.
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