Project implementation: Brazil
Project development: Brazil
The creation of the new campus of the Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA) in Ceará represents a milestone in the expansion of excellent military academic training in Brazil. This is a strategic project of the Brazilian Air Force, made possible by the Cooperation Agreement between the Ministries of Defense and Education. The campus will be located at the former Fortaleza Air Base, a site of significant historical value, whose origins date back to the 6th Aviation Regiment of 1933 and the architectural design by Emilio Hinko of 1941.
The architectural proposal seeks to reconcile the preservation of history with contemporary solutions. The master plan, developed by CEPE (Center for Aeronautical Engineering Studies and Projects), envisages the redevelopment of the historic site, combining heritage conservation with the inclusion of new programmatic spaces dedicated to teaching, research, and academic life. The project promotes a harmonious relationship between the old and the new, with functional sectorization designed for efficiency, urban integration, and sustainability.
The campus infrastructure will include three buildings for engineering programs, a library, an auditorium, administrative headquarters, five student residences, sports and leisure areas, parking, bike paths, a technology park, and a photovoltaic plant, highlighting the university's commitment to clean energy. The road system will be restructured, with the widening of roads and the creation of new internal streets, promoting fluidity and connection with Fortaleza's urban network.
The architecture adopts bioclimatic principles, prioritizing cross ventilation, natural lighting, solar protection, and the use of local materials, such as cobogós, promoting thermal comfort and regional identity. The buildings incorporate sustainable practices, reducing energy consumption and increasing environmental efficiency.