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Our History

In 1899, the São Paulo Tramway, Light & Power Co. is founded by Canadian investors after introducing the first electric streetcars to São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. By 1940, “The Light” employs more than 50,000 people and supplies two-thirds of Brazil’s electric power.


In 1899, the São Paulo Tramway, Light & Power Co. is founded by Canadian investors after introducing the first electric streetcars to São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. By 1940, “The Light” employs more than 50,000 people and supplies two-thirds of Brazil’s electric power.


In 1899, the São Paulo Tramway, Light & Power Co. is founded by Canadian investors after introducing the first electric streetcars to São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. By 1940, “The Light” employs more than 50,000 people and supplies two-thirds of Brazil’s electric power.


What is the Missing Middle?

The "Missing Middle" is a term for diverse, affordable housing types like duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, and small apartments that fill the gap between single-family homes and high-rises. Building the missing middle aims to address housing shortages by promoting density and diversity within existing neighborhoods, making cities more livable and sustainable.

What is the Missing Middle?

The "Missing Middle" is a term for diverse, affordable housing types like duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, and small apartments that fill the gap between single-family homes and high-rises. Building the missing middle aims to address housing shortages by promoting density and diversity within existing neighborhoods, making cities more livable and sustainable.