LAVRA HOUSE
Rural seaside recovery.
The Lavra House is an early 20th-century building, featuring the typical characteristics of rural coastal architecture in northern Portugal, historically serving both agricultural and residential functions. Over the years, the house lost much of its original character due to a series of interventions, all aimed solely at adapting it to residential use.
The project completely reimagines the interior, transforming the house into a villa with four independent suites, while preserving its original rural style externally. Redefinition, rigor, and refinement are the guiding principles of the design. The existing architectural expression is retained, while contemporary solutions address the programmatic requirements. The upper-floor layout was reconfigured, yet the original masonry and timber structure was preserved. On the ground floor, the spatial organization was clarified, resulting in a generous open plan that fosters spontaneous interaction between social areas and their connection to the expansive backyard.
Photography: Vítor Leal Barros
Consultants: Davide Souto Eng.º
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