Conde de Prates Building, Modernist skyscraper at Vale do Anhangabaú, Brazil.
Conde de Prates Building is a modernist skyscraper in downtown São Paulo that rises above the Anhangabaú Valley with a distinctive glass and concrete exterior. The structure displays strong horizontal lines across its facade and contains office and commercial spaces distributed across its numerous floors.
The building was constructed in 1956 replacing the former Prates Palace during São Paulo's major urban renewal period. Architect Giancarlo Palanti designed it as São Paulo transformed into a modern metropolis.
The building takes its name from the former Prates Palace that once occupied this site. Its horizontal lines and extensive glazing reflect how people imagined modern city living during that era.
The building sits directly along the Anhangabaú Valley and is accessible from Líbero Badaró Street. The location is easy to reach on foot and well served by public transportation options.
The structure gained wider recognition when it appeared in a music video by Brazilian artist Belchior in 1979. Its position directly facing São Paulo City Hall across the valley creates a striking visual landmark pair.
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