Article source: Tiago do Vale Architects

A Graphical Refurbishment by the Sea

Built in the 80’s, this apartment was in dire need of refurbishment. Both its infrastructures and organization were dated, so the intention was to make the most of its potentialities while bringing its living experience to contemporary standards.

With just over 400 ft2 (40 m2) of surface, this small apartment by the sea was unwelcoming due to a choice of darker materials, 30 years of intense use and a not particularly qualified compartmentation (though in tune with its time).

Image Courtesy © João Morgado

• Architects: Tiago do Vale Architects
• Project: Caminha Apartment
• Location: Caminha, Portugal
• Photography: João Morgado
• Architecture Team: Tiago do Vale, María Cainzos Osinde, Hugo Quintela, Louane Papin
• Construction: Casas do Lima ®, Limiavez L.da
• Construction Area: 430 ft2 (40 m2)
• Construction Year: 2016
• Project Year: 2016

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