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Casa da Moeda Apartment / Aurora Arquitectos

Susanna Moreira — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:06:00 +0000

Can the sun turn a house inside out? The "rabo de bacalhau" (codtail) buildings are a highly characteristic typology of Lisbon's urban expansion in the second half of the 20th century. Structurally, they are organized with thin reinforced concrete slabs supported by solid masonry partition walls, forming a grid that contributes to the stability of the overall building. Located within a building of this type, the apartment was in a reasonable state of preservation.

Indoor Public Play: The Evolution of Commercial Spaces in Transformation

Enrique Tovar — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:32:00 +0000

Considered an essential activity for children and one that is constantly evolving, play has transitioned from a free, informal concept to a structured activity incorporating a variety of factors designed to foster physical, cognitive, creative, and socio-emotional development. Studied by educators such as Friedrich Fröbel, who became renowned for his pioneering theories on kindergarten, play was championed as a driver of spontaneous development through recreational activities. Over time, this laid the groundwork for a concept that spread across Europe during the 19th century and eventually reached the United States with the creation of the first playground in Chicago in 1892, marking a turning point in the relationship between physical space and recreation.

Apartment in Arroios / Manuel Tojal Architects

Pilar Caballero — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:12:00 +0000

This project is based on a mid-century apartment. XX. located in a corner building, in Bairro de Arroios in Lisbon.

Rosamar Restaurant / Studio Pim

Susanna Moreira — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:53:00 +0000

A relaxed, quality seafood restaurant. This was always the brief and the intent but Pierre & Margaux’s brief although always very clear are also ever growing and a real development between the constraints of the building and the desired end product. If something no longer feels right, they are always brave enough to admit that and make the necessary changes.

TB Apartment / Nuno Nascimento Arquitectos

Andreas Luco — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:33:00 +0000

Apartment TB is an eight-bedroom apartment designed and renovated to accommodate a large family in the center of Lisbon. The apartment is located on the second floor of a building constructed in the second half of the 19th century in an area near the Tagus River, built in the aftermath of the 1755 earthquake.

Auchan Bayview / Fragmentos

Andreas Luco — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:31:00 +0000

This building is part of Bayview, a project for the reorganisation and urban requalification of an area of approximately 50,000m2, this commercial establishment establishes new formal and spatial relationships with its surroundings and the town which hosts it. The guiding principle of this project was to integrate this new volumetry into its surroundings, significantly minimising the visual and environmental impact usually associated with this type of infrastructure.The new layout of the volumes follows the slope of the land, giving the building an appearance of being submerged and camouflaged in the landscape.

Studiorise / MAN architects

Pilar Caballero — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:52:00 +0000

Located in Campo de Ourique, Studiorise is the transformation of an old bank branch into a sports space.

Dafundo / Saraiva e Associados

Valeria Silva — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:26:00 +0000

On a prime location, in Dafundo, a few minutes away from Lisbon this private condominium is developed like a hanging volume. The minimal approach of its geometrical lines is intended to requalify the urban tissue as well as the distinct surrounding architectural scenarios.

Fertile Futures: Portugal's Participation in the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale

Andreia Garcia, Ana Neiva e Diogo Aguiar — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Fertile Futures is the title of Portugal's official representation at the 18th International Architecture Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia 2023. Curated by Andreia Garcia alongside deputy curators Ana Neiva and Diogo Aguiar, the project aims to address water resource issues in seven Portuguese hydrogeographies and encourage reflection on building a sustainable, equitable, and fertile future. To this end, seven design teams — Corpo Atelier, Dulcineia Santos Studio, Guida Marques, Ilhéu Atelier, Pedrêz, Ponto Atelier, and Space Transcribers — were invited to reimagine distinct possibilities for these territories.

Law Offices in Lisbon / Ricardo Bak Gordon

Valeria Silva — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:33:00 +0000

The new PLMJ law firm proposes a set of values that we believe will not wear out in a short time, but rather that in each of the next 50 years we can find ourselves in an exclusive, elegant, functional, and very comfortable workplace. PLMJ's presence in society is evident in the balance it constantly seeks between its external relations and its internal organizational structure. The solution presented seeks to provide answers to this dialectic. On one hand, it guarantees a place of exclusivity, rigor, and elegance for all those who visit; on the other, it ensures extreme functionality, efficiency, and comfort for all those who work there. For PLMJ's large community of partners, lawyers, technicians, and staff, we sought to create an enticing space that fosters the best working conditions and, consequently, the best performance. We believe that performance and productivity stem both from the rigor and efficiency of spatial distributions and circulations, and from the architectural and atmospheric qualities of the workplace.

Gilbert Apartment / Manuel Cachão Tojal

Pilar Caballero — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:31:00 +0000

Since we visited the apartment for the first time, we realized that it was an uninteresting pre-existence. When faced with this evidence, we immediately wanted to create a “blank canvas” where the project would begin to be designed. Thus, much of the interior was demolished and by adapting the program (2 suites, 1 toilet and social area with kitchen) we wanted on the one hand to highlight structural poverty through the pre-existing beam and on the other to propose more noble and harmless finishes in a clear provocation to pre-existence.

Apartment TG20 / BOOST studio

Pilar Caballero — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:32:00 +0000

The building where the intervention takes part dates back to the 1960’s. Alongside with the similar buildings that compose the street front, it has suffered profound alterations throughout time by the closure of the balconies. It benefits from a privileged location since the height of the apartment allows for a singular view over the Tagus river, the Jerónimos Monastery and the 25 de Abril Bridge. Consequently, one of the main goals of this intervention was to take maximum advantage from these great views.

Moradia Caramão / Atelier Cais

Andreas Luco — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:13:00 +0000

The existing plot included a three front garden and an aesthetically disjointed house in a neighborhood characterized by originally simple and austere houses.

Apartment NM / Nuno Nascimento Arquitectos

Pilar Caballero — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:04:00 +0000

The "Apartment NM" is a contemporary refuge located on the coast of Cascais. The home was meticulously renovated by the architect himself, to be his personal residence, reflecting his way of life and architectural vision.

House of the South / Nuno Nascimento Arquitectos

Pilar Caballero — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:04:00 +0000

Casa do Sul is a traditional home, both in form and construction. Designed as a holiday retreat, it prioritizes comfort while meeting the essential needs of its purpose, blending practicality with charm.

Apartment RL / Nuno Nascimento Arquitectos

Andreas Luco — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:03:00 +0000

Nestled in the heart of Arroios, Lisbon, Apartment RL is a recently completed residential renovation project that exudes serenity and charm. This two-bedroom haven boasts a tranquil oasis in its backyard, providing a perfect escape from the bustling city life. The 80m2 apartment, set on a single level, is thoughtfully designed to maximize space and natural light, creating a sense of airiness and comfort.

Apartment ED / Nuno Nascimento Architecture

Valeria Silva — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:03:00 +0000

Originally built in the early 90s, the two-bedroom apartment has undergone an extreme renovation. Retaining the apartment's original structural integrity, which features reinforced concrete walls, our primary objective was to enhance the space's aesthetic appeal while maintaining its functional layout. The result is a seamless blend of modern elegance and minimalist design.

Apartment CCP / Nuno Nascimento Architecture

Valeria Silva — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:03:00 +0000

Apartment CCP is a three bedroom apartment, located in Restelo - a residential area in the limit of the city of Lisbon. Its renovation solves the lack of communication between the existing spaces, that were fragmented over the area of the apartment.