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Apartment projects generally follow the conventional development stages (see GENERAL), except for the Permit Design, which is not required for this type of intervention. Once the Preliminary Study reaches sufficient maturity, we release the demolition plan to the construction team ahead of schedule, which speeds up the timeline and allows execution-related questions to be clarified from the very beginning.

For CODA, three factors are essential in an apartment project:

1. Appropriate sizing of spaces. Neither too small nor excessive: just the right size to work well in the client’s daily routine. Since the total area of an apartment cannot be expanded, finding the ideal proportion among the rooms is decisive for the project’s success.
2. A good relationship between spaces. Integrating them when possible and separating them when necessary, always in favor of everyday use and the best functionality.
3. Comfort that comes from natural light and ventilation. Stuffy, poorly lit spaces are harmful to health. CODA does not accept proposals that fail to value natural light, and always seeks creative solutions so that no room is left without air exchange.

This depends greatly on complexity, but generally speaking, mid-sized apartments (between 100 and 200 m²) take between 9 and 12 months to be completed, from the start of the design to the end of construction.

We provide the layouts for all building systems in renovation projects. Generally, in works of this type, this is enough for the construction to reach a satisfactory result. However, in some cases it may be necessary to hire outsourced engineering teams for specific situations, such as rerouting plumbing, load calculations, or assessment of structural damage. In these cases, we have a wide range of partners to support us.

Yes, submitting all documentation (drawings, Technical Responsibility Record, and design reports) to the condominium for validation is part of our work. This process usually takes no more than a week.

CODA understands that renovation works can be quite stressful for neighbors, which is why we always take the precaution of providing our contact details through a small note placed in each mailbox, in addition to strictly following the condominium’s rules. In the event of technical issues such as leaks, dust, and noise complaints, we always adopt a patient and conciliatory approach, avoiding conflict escalation at all costs. As a result, we have an excellent approval rate among the condominiums where we have worked, and we are always welcomed back.

Depending on size and complexity, a corporate project can take, on average, 2 to 6 months. We try to shorten this timeline by releasing drawings to construction early. We have had cases where construction began 30 days after the start of the design phase, one month ahead of the average.

We do not treat corporate projects as a mere arrangement of partitions. We first think about the relationship people will establish with the spaces: whether they will need social areas, and whether they will be able to meet and exchange ideas informally. The central idea is to define the hierarchy among the spaces and the character of each one. Once these relationships are defined, we seek the comfort (natural light, ventilation, acoustics) that best serves both the spaces and the people. Whenever possible, we incorporate natural materials and greenery into the spaces, aiming to make people feel at home at work.

Depending on size and complexity, a corporate project can take, on average, 2 to 6 months. We try to shorten this timeline by releasing drawings to construction early. We have had cases where construction began 30 days after the start of the design phase, one month ahead of the average.

We provide the layouts for all building systems in renovation projects. Generally, in works of this type, this is enough for the construction to reach a satisfactory result. However, in some cases it may be necessary to hire outsourced engineering teams for specific situations, such as rerouting plumbing, load calculations, or assessment of structural damage. In these cases, we have a wide range of partners to support us.

Yes, we manage the execution of our corporate projects, which reduces the total design and construction time and facilitates continuous communication among everyone involved. If the client already has a company managing the construction, we can inspect the site to ensure the work remains faithful to the design.

Our firm was founded in 2011 following the inauguration of our first building, the headquarters of the production company Fabrika Filmes. Since then, our track record includes the SIA 600 building (2,700 m²); the UHCS building complex in Sobradinho (DF); and residential buildings in inland cities such as Luziânia (GO), Formosa (GO), Araraquara (SP), and Catalão (GO). In total, we have designed more than 200,000 m² in buildings alone.

We design every type of building: small and large houses, commercial, corporate, residential, and mixed-use buildings. Today we have building projects under construction in different Brazilian cities.

The first stage of a building project is the Feasibility Study (EV), which takes place right after the plot surveys are completed (topography, soil testing, regulations). This study is very useful for determining the plot’s potential, especially the relationship between the sellable areas and the total area to be built. After a few studies of this kind, the architectural design itself can begin.

We have a complete team, so we can provide everything from the feasibility study (EV) to photorealistic renderings of the design, from the Permit Design to the Construction Documents, from exterior to interior. Because these are larger-scale projects, it is important to define the scope of work well in order to size timelines and costs correctly.

Yes, we have been working in partnership with a few engineering firms, both in structural design (concrete and steel) and in building systems, for over 10 years. This kind of relationship speeds up the design process and makes the management of deliverables to the client smoother. We make a point of coordinating our designs with one another whenever possible.

I already have a plot of land. Where do we start?
The first stage, prior to the architectural design, is hiring a land surveyor to stake out the plot, map the existing vegetation, and determine the contour lines. Every architecture project begins with an analysis of the site: dimensions, topography, solar orientation, ventilation, climate, and urban planning regulations. This defines what can be built and guides the Preliminary Study.

We provide the layouts for all building systems in renovation projects. Generally, in works of this type, this is enough for the construction to reach a satisfactory result. However, in some cases it may be necessary to hire outsourced engineering teams for specific situations, such as rerouting plumbing, load calculations, or assessment of structural damage. In these cases, we have a wide range of partners to support us.

Yes, we have been working in partnership with a few engineering firms, both in structural design (concrete and steel) and in building systems, for over 10 years. This kind of relationship speeds up the design process and makes the management of deliverables to the client smoother. We make a point of coordinating our designs with one another whenever possible.

The foundation of sustainability is a well-conceived design in terms of solar orientation, ventilation, and materiality. In practice, this means that a well-executed project can deliver economy of means, less waste, and greater use of natural resources even before incorporating technologies such as photovoltaic panels, solar water heating, water reuse, etc. These features are very welcome in all of our projects, but they must be used rationally so as not to excessively burden the construction budget. Finding a good balance between the size of the building, the construction system, the cost of the work, and the environment is the challenge of every project.

Once the budget stage is complete, we offer the client a few options of partner contractors to proceed with mobilizing the construction. They can range from small builders to larger companies, depending on complexity. CODA offers an optional construction management or inspection service, which facilitates communication with all the suppliers involved.