The reconversion of “Solar Porta dos Figos”, medieval building leaning against the wall and door of the castle of Lamego, allows the coexistence of two different programs. At levels 1, 2 and 3 we have a center of traditional arts (store, workshop, training and research). At levels 3 and 4, a Residence Guest for Artists (living room, kitchenette, 2 bedrooms) that reuse the chapel-oratory of “Nossa Senhora do Socorro” as library overlooking the castle tower.
The volumes were maintained and the fundamental elements of stone and wood on the outside. The interior seeks distinct atmospheres for those two strangers programs in the past.