A global icon of modern urbanism, Brazil’s capital—immortalized by the lines of Oscar Niemeyer—is preparing to welcome a new architectural landmark. Artefacto by Lotus emerges as a project that brings together design, art, and signature architecture, opening an unprecedented chapter in the local real estate scene as the city’s first building branded by a luxury label.
The partnership between Artefacto and Lotus forms the foundation of this movement. For the first time in Brasília, a luxury brand signs not only the interiors, but the entire identity of the building. Artefacto takes on the curation of spaces, introducing organic furniture, natural materials, and a sensory atmosphere that values comfort and a sense of permanence.
Paulo Bacchi, CEO of Artefacto, highlights the role of design in shaping this experience: “The building is composed of strong, straight lines, and our work was to bring balance through organic décor, with plenty of greenery, linen, and natural fibers. We want people, upon entering, to feel at home—in a true icon of comfort and warmth in the heart of the capital.”
For Lotus, the developer led by Ruy Hernandez and Luiz Felipe Hernandez, the project materializes a vision for the city’s future. “We are in the heart of the Plano Piloto, in a vibrant area. Our idea is to reconcile history and modernity within a single product, encouraging the city to imagine new futures. We want this development to be a landmark—not because of its size, but because of what it represents,” says Ruy Hernandez.
The architecture, designed by Léo Maia, features a façade composed of overlapping volumes and natural materials that engage with Brasília’s modernist legacy through a contemporary lens.
According to Maia, the project follows a global trend in housing focused on user experience: “At Artefacto, we deliver something rarely found in Brasília. It is a building that understands contemporary living as an ecosystem of convenience, practicality, and exclusive design,” the architect states.
The proposal is further enhanced by the work of Dávila Arquitetura, ensuring integration between aesthetics, functionality, and operations—especially in a project that incorporates hospitality logic into the everyday experience of its users.
The project’s sensory dimension is expanded through the art curation of the construction hoarding, Lotus Gallery (sales stand), and the building’s common areas, led by Bella Salvati. “Art is deeply connected to wellness; it’s not just about decoration, but about the sense of comfort certain works can provide.”
Bella Salvati has been establishing herself in the Brazilian art scene with participation in major events such as SP-Arte, where she presented visually striking works, including COSMO, in two editions. In 2025, she was part of CASACOR Brasília with an intervention on a vintage Puma. Her trajectory reflects versatility and a growing presence in spaces that connect art, architecture, and design.
In landscaping, Ana Paula Roseo brings an approach inspired by Roberto Burle Marx, creating microclimates and integrating nature with architecture. The proposal is to create an urban refuge with lush vegetation, biophilic solutions, and sensory pathways, reinforcing the connection with nature and promoting comfort, well-being, and quality of life. “The intention is to deliver proximity to nature, engaging the senses—visual, auditory, and olfactory.”
Sustainability is one of Artefacto by Lotus’s key strengths, meeting the requirements for EDGE certification, an initiative by the IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, which attests to the project’s high environmental performance. The certification ensures reduced energy and water consumption, as well as efficient use of materials, with solutions embedded from design through operation. This efficiency translates into lower environmental impact, enhanced thermal and lighting comfort, and improved quality of life for users.
Led by Maneco Carrano, Commercial Director at Technogym, the project incorporates an international standard of well-being aligned with the world’s leading high-end fitness centers. Featuring state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, the space offers a complete experience, allowing users to exercise with comfort, sophistication, and convenience—without leaving the building.
At the rooftop level, the development reveals one of its standout features: a rooftop restaurant with high-end gastronomy, signed by a renowned chef, independent access, and privileged views of the Monumental Axis, Esplanade of Ministries, and Lake Paranoá.
Hospitality services are one of the pillars of Artefacto by Lotus, translating contemporary living into a more fluid and sophisticated experience. Designed to simplify daily routines and enhance well-being, the concept brings everyday life closer to the logic of international hotel living.
For Luiz Felipe Hernandez, this approach reflects a new way of living: “We want to offer the level of service of a hotel, but with the comfort and identity of a home. It’s a more practical, lighter experience aligned with the contemporary lifestyle.”
The complex, with a total built area of 29,700 m², will offer 191 units with high-end hospitality services, combining Artefacto’s aesthetic sophistication with Lotus’s construction excellence.
