In the heart of Lisbon's historic Alfama district, an early 20th-century townhouse stood as a relic of faded glory—cramped, dark, and disconnected from its Tagus River views, where the original Pombaline structure had been altered by decades of piecemeal additions, turning a once-vibrant family home into a labyrinth of underused spaces. Our team at Infinito Living embarked on a sensitive renovation, stripping away intrusive extensions to reveal the building's inherent bones while introducing a light-filled atrium that connected ground-level gardens to an upper terrace overlooking the river, blending restored azulejo tiles with sleek concrete elements for a seamless fusion of heritage and modernity. The result?
A flowing 180m² residence that amplified natural light by 60%, optimized spatial flow for family life, and boosted property value through enduring, context-responsive design—proving how architecture can breathe new life into timeless foundations.
Key Outcomes:- Structural Harmony: Preserved 80% of original features while enhancing seismic resilience with subtle reinforcements.
- Spatial Transformation: Created multi-level indoor-outdoor connections, increasing usable outdoor area by 40%.
- Sustainable Integration: Incorporated passive solar design and local materials, reducing energy needs by 35%.