Centro Comunitário Bom José

Abstract

This paper presents the preliminary study for the new headquarters of the Bom José Community Center, located in the João Paulo II neighborhood, in João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil. The proposal arises from the need to upgrade the current facility, which, despite its social importance, has structural limitations. The project applies principles of neuroarchitecture to create environments that promote user well-being and interaction. The methodology involved bibliographic, documentary, and field research, in addition to the analysis of design references. The architectural program was structured into five functional blocks, integrating education, culture, leisure, sports, and social interaction. The result proposes an inclusive and biophilic space, with environmental comfort and integration with nature, reaffirming the center as an agent of citizenship and community development.