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.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Refurbishing Aging Buildings
- Architects are finding innovative ways to transform decrepit structures into functional spaces.
- Compact Living Spaces
- Designers are creating cozy and efficient homes by maximizing the use of limited space.
- Inserting New Structures
- Architects are exploring methods of adding new elements to existing buildings without compromising the original structure.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- The architectural industry can capitalize on the growing demand for refurbishing aging buildings and creating unique living spaces.
- Construction
- The construction industry has an opportunity to specialize in the renovation and transformation of old structures.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can focus on designing functional and stylish solutions for compact living spaces.
