Martinelli Building, Skyscraper in Central Zone of São Paulo, Brazil
The Martinelli Building is a skyscraper in the central zone of Sao Paulo, rising over 105 meters across 30 floors. The pink-toned facade and Carrara marble trim run from ground level to the roof.
Construction began in 1924 under Italian entrepreneur Giuseppe Martinelli and concluded five years later in 1929. Upon completion, it became the tallest structure in Latin America at that time.
This building occupies a site where vertical construction first reshaped Sao Paulo. The Carrara marble details reflect how Italian immigrants shaped the city's development.
Municipal offices and shops operate inside the building during daytime hours. The location sits in the historic center where pedestrians find several other colonial-era buildings nearby.
The entrepreneur moved into the top floor apartment to convince neighbors of the building's safety. This personal commitment helped dispel doubts about the structure among skeptical residents.
Location: Central Zone of São Paulo
Inception: 1924
Architects: William Fillinger
Official opening: 1929
Floors above the ground: 30
Address: Rua São Bento, n.º 405 - Centro - São Paulo - São Paulo - Brasil
Website: http://prediomartinelli.com.br
GPS coordinates: -23.54560,-46.63520
Latest update: December 18, 2025 15:40
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