Portuguese architects Sofia Parente and André Delgado recently turned a converted barn into a cozy stone-walled home. When it comes to aging buildings, many architects would rather build a new structure than try and refurbish an old one. However, this architectural team managed to transform a decrepit barn into a cozy rural retreat.
Parente and Delgado were tasked with refurbishing an aging barn located in the Portuguese countryside. In order to save the original building, the architects had to insert a new structure in behind the existing stone walls. A wooden box was then added to the middle of the barn to create a partition between the different spaces on the ground floor. The wooden box also allowed the architects to insert a bedroom into a mezzanine floor built overhead. While the converted barn is highly condensed, the architects manged to keep the space open and airy.
Compact Stone Residences
This Stone-Walled Home is Located Insided a Converted Barn
Trend Themes
1. Refurbishing Aging Buildings - Architects are finding innovative ways to transform decrepit structures into functional spaces.
2. Compact Living Spaces - Designers are creating cozy and efficient homes by maximizing the use of limited space.
3. Inserting New Structures - Architects are exploring methods of adding new elements to existing buildings without compromising the original structure.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architectural industry can capitalize on the growing demand for refurbishing aging buildings and creating unique living spaces.
2. Construction - The construction industry has an opportunity to specialize in the renovation and transformation of old structures.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can focus on designing functional and stylish solutions for compact living spaces.