Native structure workplace Superlimão Studio has created a lifted constructing with a tree-like construction constructed utilizing mass timber for a McDonald’s restaurant in São Paulo.
Situated at one of many busiest intersections of São Paulo, the two,150-square foot (220-square metre) constructing is a part of the American quick meals chain’s “Recipe for the Future” initiative and was accomplished in 2023.
The design utilises a biomimetic strategy, drawing inspiration from the bushes positioned within the median of the adjoining Avenue Bernardino de Campos — that are the final remaining bushes within the space, in response to the studio.
Superlimão Studio employed cross-laminated timber (CLT) pillars with diagonal branching bracing to beat the utmost spans of the supplies to strengthen a “reference to nature and the sustainability theme all through the venture,” the crew stated.
The design and its distinguished location had been additionally meant to behave as a showcase to pedestrians and drivers, modelling sustainable building practices to the general public. he studio stated the constructing is the “most sustainable McDonald’s in Brazil”.
“Since environmental consciousness is simply as vital as actions, we determined to transcend the venture itself, turning it into a strong software for environmental training and consciousness,” Superlimão companion Lula Gouveia stated.
“From the venture’s inception, we’ve got been steadfast in selling the sustainability narrative and the impression this theme would have when carried out in a democratic atmosphere like McDonald’s,” added Superlimão affiliate Maria Fernanda Elaiuy.
The design makes use of engineered wooden from ground to ceiling that may be seen from the road by means of glass curtain partitions and uncovered to occupants by means of a gap within the end layers.
The off-site prefabrication of the CLT construction minimised materials loss, lowered vitality consumption, and diminished the impression of the development on the location and the encompassing neighbourhood.
On the bottom ground, a glass field and drive-thru line are tucked beneath a heavy picket platform that holds the principle eating space, which capabilities like a tree cover. Horizontal sunshades band alongside the glazed façade to regulate daylight and regulate inner temperature.
The constructing is topped with a inexperienced roof that additionally helps regulate inner temperature. Rainwater and air conditioner water output is collected for reuse.
Inside, typical end supplies had been exchanged for sustainable options from native suppliers.
“For instance, porcelain tiles had been changed by Concresteel and recycled PET laminate was used as a substitute of conventional melamine,” the crew stated.
The bottom ground house incorporates 4 self-service kiosks, a checkout space, the McCafé and a dessert kiosk constructed from 100 per cent recycled propylene. A big staircase with a curving picket railing wraps as much as the higher stage.
Impressed by the encompassing colleges and schools, the crew put in a set of bleachers in a single nook of the higher stage to offer a relaxed atmosphere for stress-free, socializing, and learning.
A yellow path on the ground guides clients by means of the design, and QR codes will be scanned to study extra in regards to the sustainable options.
“That is an revolutionary step, marking the primary time that McDonald’s and Superlimão have created a self-explanatory venture, permitting guests to intuitively perceive the rules behind this building.,” the crew stated.
Different noteworthy designs of McDonald’s eating places embrace AIA Gold Medal-winning architect Carol Ross Barney’s design for the corporate’s Chicago flagship restaurant.
A few of Superlimão’s different hospitality and retail designs embrace a sunken faucet room and beer backyard encased in Gabion partitions in Ribeirão Preto and a tea store with a rope and mirror staircase in São Paulo.
The images is by Maíra Acayaba.
Mission credit:
Structure: Superlimão
Structure crew: Lula Gouveia, Thiago Rodrigues, Antonio Carlos Figueira de Mello, Maria Fernanda Elaiuy, Ricardo Tortorello, Brunna Dourado, Heloisa Bataier, Liliana Esteves, Amanda Locatelli, Fernando Ferrari, Vitor Curti, Fernanda Martins Rodrigues, Ana Galante, Marilia Vicentini, Paula Melardi, Alexandre Ceravolo, Beatriz Zanella, Anna Julia Senno, Julyana Yamamoto
CLT Construction: Urbem
Incorporation: Noah Tech
CLT construction meeting: Cubicset
Flooring and wall protecting: Concresteel
Furnishings protecting in recycled PET sheet: Ibrap and Lamiecco
Lining: Heradesign – Knauf
