Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
Photos: Renato Navarro

Galapagos

São Paulo, Brazil
Our design for Galapagos Capital's headquarters refers to the archipelago that inspired it, combining nature with technology

Stepping into Galapagos, an investment management firm, feels like you’ve won a one-way ticket to a tropical archipelago. Nestled in a dedicated building on Avenida Rebouças, the firm occupies one of the most tranquil, tree-lined areas of the city, known as “Reboucinhas.” Both the location and the design harmoniously embrace the beauty of nature, creating a serene atmosphere that resonates throughout the space.

Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo

Galapagos is developed in a circular shape, with a tree-lined central atrium connecting the five floors of the building. Here, architecture and landscaping by Zien Arquitetura and Andre Paoliello, respectively, serves as a serene refuge, showcasing a rich variety of vegetation and reflective water features.

Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
The connections within the office allowed us to explore users' journeys in greater depth. Beginning at the main entrance and leading through the central atrium, the design features a Client Center that warmly welcomes both visitors and employees. This area includes inviting outdoor spaces, such as an event square, a cafeteria, and an auditorium for workshops.
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
WHAT MAKES IT COOL

The visual connection between interior and exterior is one of the main attractions of the project, which allows the contemplation of life inside and outside the office. This strategy was made possible by the circular arrangement of meeting rooms and reserved areas next to the building’s internal atrium, facilitating navigation and optimizing the use of natural light.

Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
The first floor reflects the needs of a modern company with meeting booths, work rooms for different teams, and a studio for audiovisual content.
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
A coffee lounge promotes moments of relaxation and links the first and second floors, while a large cafeteria connects to data center environments, meeting rooms, and more workspaces.
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo
Galapagos by Perkins&Will São Paulo

Project Team

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