Casa Das Rosas

Welcome to Casa das Rosas, the 'House of the Roses,' a stunning architectural relic that stands in defiant elegance amidst the towering skyscrapers of Avenida Paulista. Built in 1935, this mansion is one of the few surviving…

Let us begin in the garden, the heart of the Casa das Rosas. As you wander through the paths, you are surrounded by a variety of rose species, meticulously cared for to maintain the house's namesake tradition. …

Look closely at the mansion’s facade. Francisco de Paula Ramos de Azevedo was the most influential architect in São Paulo at the turn of the century, and Casa das Rosas is a prime example of his eclectic style. …

Moving inside—or peering through the elegant windows—we encounter the house's modern mission. Since 2004, it has been the Haroldo de Campos Space for Poetry and Literature. …

Step back toward the gate and look up. This is perhaps the most famous view of Casa das Rosas—the low, ornate roof of the mansion set against the vertical backdrop of the Citicorp building and other glass towers. …

At the rear of the house, there is a delightful cafeteria and lanchonete. This area is a popular meeting spot for locals, students, and artists. …

São Paulo is often called the 'Cidade da Garoa,' the city of drizzle, and Casa das Rosas is perhaps best experienced on such a day. As our sources describe, the 'tempo escuro'—the dark weather—and the 'chuva'—rain—give the house…

As we conclude our visit to Casa das Rosas, take a final breath of that rose-scented air. We have explored a mansion that is a survivor, a 1935 masterpiece that refused to be replaced by a glass tower. …