An imperceptible reform. Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo
03/02/2024.
[Porto] Portugal
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Architecture studio Atelier Sergio Rebelo has renovated a building built in 1939 on the iconic Rua de Sá da Bandeira, the Singer building is an Art Deco landmark in the heart of the city of Porto, in Portugal. The architects with the project have taken into great consideration the original building, carefully reinterpreting a new layout, less compartmentalized, open and flexible for its new occupants.
All the new elements that were added to the house were chosen inspired by a meticulous analysis of the original details and the color palette formed by the materials used in the house, in this way the architects managed to improve the habitability of the space, but without losing the essence of a building from the 40s.
All the new elements that were added to the house were chosen inspired by a meticulous analysis of the original details and the color palette formed by the materials used in the house, in this way the architects managed to improve the habitability of the space, but without losing the essence of a building from the 40s.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by Luís Espinheira.
Singer by the architecture studio Atelier Sergio Rebelo is a renovation that has maintained the name of the original building, where the interior distribution opens a second circulation axis adjacent to the main façade, flooding the space with light on both sides. The bedrooms are located within an open space where the different rooms are used as capsules, which are privatized through the use of curtains.
The large spacious hall is placed symmetrically between the two streets at the corner of the building. The Deco-inspired kitchen cabinet knobs, the oak wood cabinet and door handles, the bedroom window frames or the bathroom masonry in the same wood, are some of the elements that the architects They chose inspiration from the original elements.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
The large spacious hall is placed symmetrically between the two streets at the corner of the building. The Deco-inspired kitchen cabinet knobs, the oak wood cabinet and door handles, the bedroom window frames or the bathroom masonry in the same wood, are some of the elements that the architects They chose inspiration from the original elements.
Singer by Atelier Sergio Rebelo. Photograph by João Boullosa.
Project description by Atelier Sergio Rebelo
Singer is an apartment renovation named after the building where it´s located. Built in 1939, in the iconic Rua de Sá da Bandeira, the Singer building is an Art Déco landmark in the heart of the city of Porto. The new design looks carefully at the original details and material palette and reinterprets them into a new layout, less compartmentalised, open and flexible to its new occupants.
The new layout opens up a second circulation axis adjacent to the main façade, flooding the space with light from both sides. The bedrooms are placed inside an open layout of social spaces as capsules, albeit preserving their privacy through the use of curtains. The spacious living room is located in the elbow of the building, divided in two by a simetry axis perfectly coincident with the angle between the two streets.
In every new element added, both the design and choice of material are drawn from the exhisting elements, be it in the Déco inspired kitchen cupboard’s knobs, the wardrobe and door handles in oak wood, the bedroom window frames or the bathroom’s stonework in the same Lioz stone as the window-sills.
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Architects
Project team
Sérgio Rebelo, Tiago Carvalho, Joana Portela, Lourenço Barreto and Bruna Campos.
Area
180 sqm.
Dates
2019.
Location
Porto, Portugal.
Manufracturers
Azulima, BRUMA, Chaos Group, Duravit, Menu Space.
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Sergio Rebelo. Atelier sr
ASR is an architecture studio founded by Sérgio Rebelo, architect from the University of Architecture of Porto. The studio develops solutions aimed at the end-user experience and follows sustainable construction and production models.
Her practice aims to contribute to the place-making process while also paying homage to memory and history. Experimentation with materials in architecture translates into a deep appreciation for heritage and craftsmanship. Therefore, the integration of tradition with innovation fosters environments where daily routines become sensory adventures.
Based in Porto, the studio collaborates with other experts and consultants, both locally and internationally. The creative process is dialogic with the client, and intertwines research, design and architecture.
Her practice aims to contribute to the place-making process while also paying homage to memory and history. Experimentation with materials in architecture translates into a deep appreciation for heritage and craftsmanship. Therefore, the integration of tradition with innovation fosters environments where daily routines become sensory adventures.
Based in Porto, the studio collaborates with other experts and consultants, both locally and internationally. The creative process is dialogic with the client, and intertwines research, design and architecture.
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