Cosentino brings art and matter to CASACOR São Paulo 2025 with ‘Sharing’, a project by Romário Rodrigues

At the 38th edition of CASACOR São Paulo, which this year occupies the symbolic Parque da Água Branca, architect Romário Rodrigues from Ceará presents, at the invitation of Cosentino, Cosentino House – Sharing. Measuring 88 m2, the space proposes a reunion between time, memory and matter. In partnership with the Spanish multinational, Romário uses architecture to revive the value of coexistence, affection and permanence — without rushing, with purpose.

The inspiration for the project comes from an imaginary male figure: a traveler passionate about antiques, a collector of books and objects who carries within himself the sweet weight of the stories he has lived and those he still wants to tell. This character was the guiding thread of the spatial narrative: someone who enjoys being by himself, but wants to share his discoveries with the world.

It is in this intimate and sensitive universe that Cosentino's DNA is inscribed. The space is entirely covered with its high-tech surfaces, combining the elegance of matter with the permanence of memory.

One of the project's main highlights is the use of Dekton Trevi, which is versatile on a variety of surfaces. Inspired by the nobility of Roman travertine, the material covers entire walls with sheets measuring just 8 mm thick, organized in a varied layout, with pieces arranged in different positions and formats, creating visual rhythm and volumetric subtlety.

The main bookcase in the space, where books, works of art and personal relics are displayed, also features Dekton on the shelves, reinforcing the combination of strength and lightness.

On the floor, the material was applied in a special 1.44 m x 1.44 m tile format, delivered by Cosentino ready for installation on site, a solution that combines aesthetics, technical precision and agility in execution.

Another star of the space is Silestone Ukiyo, presented in the Raw D version, with its delicately fluted surface. This is the only product on the market with this slatted texture already produced in the factory, which guarantees uniformity and refinement in its application. The material covers a curved panel that delimits the reading area, providing movement, fluidity and smoothness to the experience of those who inhabit the space.

In addition, Silestone Raw D also appears in furniture in a standard finish, without the slatted texture of Ukiyo. One example is the coffee table with an organic design, created especially for the main living room. Its soft shapes reflect the concept of permanence and welcome that permeates the entire Cosentino House.

In the kitchen, the highlight is Silestone Chateau Brown, applied to an island with an exclusive design by Romário Rodrigues. The piece, with striking, beveled shapes, combines a deep brown with metallic veins in bronze and pinkish copper, creating a sculptural presence that is also functional. The bold design reinforces the infinite creative possibilities that Cosentino surfaces offer to architecture and defies the laws of gravity with its shape.

“The idea was to create a space that would welcome both objects and people. A place where silence, old books, affection, art and life fit in”, explains Romário. More than a design showcase, Cosentino House is a manifesto about living with intention. The contemporary fireplace, the reclaimed and reconfigured furniture, the pieces by Brazilian designers such as Jader Almeida and Roberta Banqueri, and the bookshelf full of books, knick-knacks and memories create a setting for permanence and contemplation. The passion for art and the emotional investment it represents are also evident, with works by renowned names such as Vik Muniz and Ernesto Neto, punctuating the space with layers of meaning, history and Brazilianness.

In the interplay between the new and the old, between the artisanal and the technological, the space expresses the commitment to sustainability and durability, pillars of Cosentino, translated into low-emission, high-performance surfaces.