2. Academic:
2007-2012 Diploma Architecture and Urbanism, Bachelor
Parana Pontifical Catholic University - Curitiba, Brazil
Professional:
Mar. 13 – to date Skyline Worldwide Accommodations - London, UK
Serviced Apartments
Position: Marketing Assistant
Feb. 12 – Mar. 13 Studio Arquitetura - Curitiba, Brazil
Architecture Office
Position: Architect
Oct. 10 – Feb. 12 BR MALLS - Curitiba, Brazil
Administrator of Shopping Malls
Position: Architectural Intern / Architect
June 10 – Oct. 10 Construtora Doria - Curitiba, Brazil
Construction Company
Position: Architectural Intern
Languages:
English ( IELTS score 6.5 ), Portuguese (native)
Skills:
AutoCad, Sketchup, Podium, Photoshop,
InDesign and CorelDraw.
64 Coral Apartments
17 Western Gateway
E16 1AQ
London
United Kingdom
E: silviarpeluso@gmail.com
M: +44 7528854263
3. DESIGN CENTRE
Academic Work 2011
Curitiba - Brazil
Commercial and Cultural Center
Individual Project
The Design Centre concept was created with the idea of de-
signing a commercial space facing the areas of Architecture and
Design, but it was also intended to be a place close to other seg-
ments of society, such as the cultural and arts sectors.
The term art, from the first architectural development of
this volume, means bringing together forms that impress, but at
the same time are clean and flexible. After this first impression, the
viewer should be able to explore the inner space, where the am-
biances are designed to be cafes, a bookstore, an auditorium, clas-
srooms, as well as an exhibition area. The purpose of this space is
to be a reference for those who are interested in news and informa-
tion about these segments, and may wish to confer on new trends
and acquire cultural knowledge without moving to large cities, in
areas like Southeastern Brazil, which is a pioneer in malls with the-
se specifications.
4. This building is intended to be an architectural landmark in the
city, with full thought to“breathing design”using the language of decons-
tructionism that is practically unknown in Curitiba. This is also a way to
awaken people’s interest in architecture, by showing buildings that can
transform the spaces, leaving them with a strong visual image, so that
everyone has the desire to see this work, be impressed by it and is attrac-
ted to its design.
5. ( 2 )
( 3 )
( 1 )
Although architectural solutions must be created
in accordance with the dimensions of the land area and its
topography, the space should be designed to allow inte-
gration between the various environments and must work
in dialogue with the surroundings. The starting point was
to concentrate on the shops, cafes and bookstore in the
centre ( 1 ) of the ground floor and the first floor, leaving
space for movement, whilst giving a view of the surroun-
dings ( 2 ).
It is believed that the use of metallic structures,
with the flexibility of steel, gives this building balanced
movement ( 3 ), whilst the lateral closed structure of steel
and glass, would work alongside to provide the much de-
sired connection between the internal and external envi-
ronments. The auditorium, classrooms and administrative
sectors will be located on the first basement level, which
will be flooded with an opening of natural lighting.
Glass panels with brise-soleil ( 4 ) covering part of
the building will form a sustainable complex that provides
better air circulation, excellent use of energy and lower le-
vels of artificial light. The land, which occupies an entire
block, will take advantage of all four sides of the building.
( 4 )
11. Sports & Cultural Complex
Academic Work 2010
Curitiba - Brazil
Multipurpose Project
Executed in collaboration with Alana Ronconi and Marina Valente
This project was based in Curitiba in Brazil, and it focussed on
the preparation of a strategic plan for the redevelopment of the city’s
Umbará neighbourhood. This area has suffered from a lack of develop-
ment in comparison to other districts of the city.
The importance of this project was heightened by the fact that
the city is hosting 2014 World Cup matches. The main strand of the
scheme centred on the creation of a sports and cultural complex, which
was to include a soccer stadium, a range of sporting facilities, restau-
rants and hotels. One of the primary goals of the project was to attract
inward investment to the area.
12. São José
dos Pinhais
Legend:
Federal Highway
Local Lanes
Site Survery
BR 116 (Federal Highway)
Ângelo Burbello Street
Ângelo Gai Street
Ângela Gabardo Street
I took part in a major study of the region and - along with
the rest of my team - decided on the most suitable location for the
sports and cultural complex. We wanted to form a clearer picture of
the specific needs of the area, so we intended a number of field visits.
Thus, it was possible to understand which roads needed improving,
which areas required landscaping and where various items of street
furniture were to be positioned.
One of the key areas involved in the strategic plan
was the study of the main roads and highways, which in-
cluded several federal routes. My planning team suggested
that the main transport links should be connected to the lo-
cal roads in the area - giving people from around the city and
beyond better access to the Umbará neighbourhood.
13.
14. A
B
C
C
D E
F
G
H
I
J
A Stadium
B Velodrome
C Athlete’s Dormitory
D Gymnasium
E Multipurpose Arena
F Square
G Community Recreation Area
H Gastronomic Centre
I Bus Terminal
J Hotel
J
In order to successfully implement the sports and
cultural complex, we decided that a bus terminal ( I ) wi-
thin walking distance of the facility was essential.We then
planned a number of access roads to the terminal, as well
as a main road that was designed to link the bus terminal
to the main square - along which were to be a gastrono-
mic centre ( H )and a community recreation area ( G ). We
also decided to make the square ( F ) the central point
for the entire development, around which all the main
sporting facilities would be located. The initial plan was
to make the buildings conducive ( C ) for use by footbal-
lers during the World Cup, and then to retrofit them as
residential properties afterwards.
Also located within the complex were two hotels
( J ), which would be able to provide accommodation for
visiting football teams. The hotels’proximity to the BR116
highway also meant they would attract visitors to the area
for many years after the World Cup.
15. The stadium was designed
to be the focal point of the archi-
tectural development of the cultu-
ral and sports complex, from which
all the other buildings in the pro-
ject would take their inspiration.
In terms of the structural
elements, we realised that the main
pillars should be a maximum of 20
metres apart - the distance allowed
for this type of prestressed concre-
te in this case. We decided that the
construction should feature rein-
forced concrete bleachers, as they
delivered greater cushioning pro-
perties than the other solutions we
studied.
Stadium
16. The stadium was divided into four floors. The grou-
nd floor contained media facilities, reception, adminis-
tration areas and general amenities for stadium staff. Cafes
and retail outlets were located on the first floor, along with
access to the lower stands. Restaurants and private boxes
were located on the second floor, and broadcasting facili-
ties were located on the third floor.
19. The monitoring of a particular work is ba-
sically the technical and administrative manage-
ment of the implementation of the project, and
I chose this particular field as one of my work ex-
perience internships during college.
I quickly realised that the management
of the project relied on the accurate adminis-
tration of contracts and services relating to the
execution of the work. To this end, I discovered
which steps were taken to ensure control over
the work such as determining that services and
works complied with a strict physical and finan-
cial schedule. I also discovered how the quantity
and quality of materials used, and the amount
of hand labour employed in the work was an es-
sential factor in the successful completion of the
project.
Work Experience - Construction
Architectutal Intern 2010
Curitiba - Brazil
Construtora Doria (Construction Company)
Bulding 01
Bulding 02
Acqua Verde Residencial
Location Plan
20. With this experience, I was able to actively partici-
pate in some stages of the work which I hope will be an
important advantage in my future career. I was involved
in the day to day application of a design for two buildings,
each an average 20 storey residence. This enabled me to
better understand the building process that I first studied
in college but was unable to envisage, and allowed me to
see for myself the complex stages involved in turning a
project into a work being performed.
I also gained first hand knowledge of different phases of the work:
Slab being concreted
Walls and fencing Placing flooring, paint and other types of interior finish
Land excavation Framing slabs and pillars
Slab already concreted
21. Placing flooring, paint and other types
of interior finish
Residential Project
Studio Arquitetura 2010
Curitiba - Brazil
Collaboration in the project development
The Studio Architecture office develops
projects from the initial concept to the comple-
ted work. The process covers everything from
development and layout, technical details such
as lighting, and also tracking work in progress
with engineers and other construction profes-
sionals. The business can also provide finishes
such as interior design and decoration, and has
tools and programs which can create these in
3D.
I have been involved in several residen-
tial and commercial projects with the firm. One
of the projects I attended was this residential
building with 17 floors that is the start of a de-
velopment of three buildings. I was involved
in the development of the layout of the floors,
and with ensuring that all construction requi-
rements and safety, as fire prevention, measu-
res were met.
I also participated in a study of the faca-
des of the buildings, selecting materials, colou-
rs and other details that would be applied. To
have a better visualisation of the project, I rea-
lised different perspectives in 3D images which
realistically presented the possible end results
of the work.
3D Image
22. I believe that this, and other projects I had a chance to
work on in the Studio Arquitetura office will be a great advan-
tage to my future career prospects. The opportunity to have di-
rect contact with projects that would actually be implemented
rather than only on paper was a factor that I found to be highly
motivational.
Floor plan
23. Granite
Project of
high cabinet
Project of
exhaust
Stove
Cabinet Drawer
Cabinet
Interior Design
Self Employed 2012
Curitiba - Brazil
Project: Two Bedrooms Apartment
I took on this ambitious interior design project shortly after finishing college and was really im-
portant for the start of my career, as I was keen and excited to work on the implementation of a project
of mine.
The project began with a blank canvas. The apartment was exactly how the builders had left it,
so I had a unique opportunity to create a space that was truly original. I wanted to inject my own sense
of style into the property - transforming it into a space that I really believe that would be in keeping with
the characteristics of the owner.
24. I was able to work on every as-
pect of the project, which included
developing an ergonomic layout that
made the best possible use of the avai-
lable space. I had input on where ligh-
ting and electrical fixtures were located,
as well as the final decisions on furniture
and decor.
I believe that this interior design
project was a critical part of my personal
development. It gave me the chance to
experience how is the day-to-day mana-
gement of a process of executing a pro-
ject of interior design. I was also handed
the opportunity to take responsibility
for specific areas of the project, inclu-
ding the placement of floor and wall ti-
les, the location of furniture and various
design decisions. This project has given
me a range of skills and experiences that
will benefit me throughout my career.
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