CasaPronta Criciúma opens 23rd edition with tribute to architect Fernando Carneiro and busy corridors

Opening ceremony brought together authorities and sector representatives; fair has 200 exhibitors and continues until Sunday, is 18

The 23rd CasaPronta Criciúma Fair was officially opened this Wednesday, is 14, in a ceremony marked by a tribute to the architect Fernando Carneiro, who was present to receive recognition for his contribution to the architecture and history of the city. The ceremony brought together authorities, representatives of the construction sectors, furniture and decoration, exhibitors and guests. The first day of the fair was also marked by busy corridors, negotiations and closed deals.

Fernando Carneiro is responsible for projects that are part of the landscape and memory of Criciúma, such as the Nossa Senhora da Salete Church, in the Prospera neighborhood, the Bus Station, Criciúma Clube and Praça do Congresso. The tribute during the opening was one of the highlight moments of the night, recognizing the trajectory of a professional who participated in different stages of the municipality’s architectural development.

The director of NossaCasa Fairs and Events, organizer of CasaPronta, Jacqueline Backes, highlighted the importance of carrying out this recognition with the presence of the honoree. “I was very happy to see Fernando Carneiro being honored here, because there is this custom that people are honored when they are no longer here to see. It’s really great that Mr. Fernando can receive the tributes for everything he did.”, stated.

The architect is honored by the Institute of Architects of Brazil (IAB) – Criciúma Center, who returned to CasaPronta in this edition with a space dedicated to architecture. Fernando Carneiro Square welcomes, over the five days of the fair, a schedule of lectures, conversations and meetings about architecture, urbanism, landscaping and city development.

Fair brings together 200 exhibitors

CasaPronta reaches its 23rd edition bringing together 200 exhibitors of the construction sectors, furniture and decoration. For five days, the public will be able to discover products, services, releases and trends, in addition to talking directly to suppliers and professionals.

For the director of NossaCasa Feiras e Eventos, Willi Backes, the continuity and growth of the fair are the results of collective work. “CasaPronta is, undoubtedly, with this profile, the biggest event in Santa Catarina. E, If we didn't have this entire team to support, we could never do it”, highlighted, by recognizing the participation of teams, exhibitors and partners in the event.

The Mayor of Criciúma, Vagner Espíndola, also highlighted the trajectory of the fair and the importance of the people involved in its organization. “We have reached the twenty-third edition, in fact, It's for few. There are many events that make a, two or three editions and then, for other reasons, end up not following through. But the fair is different because it has the CPF behind your CNPJs”, stated.

The movement recorded on the first day reinforced CasaPronta's characteristic as a business environment. In addition to the circulation of visitors through the stands, exhibitors reported negotiations and sales carried out during the first hours of the event.

Caixa Econômica Federal Network Superintendent, Rodrigo Canani Medeiros, highlighted the performance of the housing sector in the south of Santa Catarina. “We had a promising year in the region, with a significant expansion of housing credit and for other segments of the production chain. Caixa maintains its presence in the sector, accounting for almost 50% of housing financing at national level”, stated.

Visitation continues until Sunday

The 23rd CasaPronta Criciúma Fair continues until Sunday, is 18 of October, at the José Ijair Conti Pavilion. This Thursday and Friday, the gates will be open from 4pm to 10pm. not saturday (17), the visitation will be from 2 pm to 10 pm and, not sunday (18), From 14h to 19h.

Visitors can access the event via Rua Giácomo Sônego Neto or Avenida Santos Dumont. Tickets are sold at the fair box office, with full entry at R$ 10 and half-price at R$ 5 for the target audiences, upon proof. Minors 12 years and visitors with invitations distributed by exhibitors have free entry