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Renovation of a House for Student Residence, Paranhos
The building undergoing renovation is characterized by the result of two construction phases: one from the 18th century and a more recent one, prior to 1950. These phases are visible on the façade on Rua Álvaro de Castelões (Porto).
The renovation project sought to respect the existing characteristics of the bourgeois building’s design, integrating new technical and architectural solutions and equipping the building with the comforts and amenities required today. The owners intended to transform a family home for local accommodation, intended exclusively for university rentals.
All the carpentry in good condition was maintained, notably the staircase, baseboards, and flooring. The interiors were redesigned to accommodate a nine-bedroom program. The common areas, living room, and kitchen are highlighted, with a location closer to the garden overlooking the house. The garden, measuring approximately 200 m2, represents the greatest challenge of the project, as it is intended to function as an extension of the interior spaces of the living room and kitchen.
Our intervention serves as another layer that intersects with and supports the existing space, in a balanced reflection between conservation, rehabilitation, and new options.
This project is now a reality!