Quinta da Marinha
Description
The Quinta da Marinha project involves the refurbishment of a house built approximately thirty years ago, representing a precise intervention in contemporary architecture in Portugal. Designed by Contacto Atlântico, a top architecture firm in Portugal, the project focuses on preserving the existing structure while updating its image, comfort, and performance to meet current living standards. This approach reflects the principles of high-end architecture, where continuity and innovation are carefully balanced.
The intervention addresses the natural ageing of the building, resolving technical and spatial limitations while restoring a clear and coherent reading of the interior. The goal is to enhance everyday use without altering the identity of the house or its relationship with the surrounding context.
Architectural Design, Materiality and Performance
Inside, the layout is revised to improve functionality and spatial clarity. The reorganisation enhances circulation and allows for a more efficient use of space, aligned with contemporary residential needs. Building systems are fully renewed, ensuring improved performance and reliability.
Thermal and acoustic comfort are significantly upgraded through the introduction of new construction solutions. External thermal insulation is applied to reduce thermal bridges and increase energy efficiency, while maintaining a calm and discreet presence towards the street.
Materiality is carefully selected to ensure durability and ease of maintenance. The materials and finishes remain compatible with the existing fabric, reinforcing continuity between the original construction and the new interventions. This approach ensures a cohesive architectural language while supporting long-term performance.
Leading Architecture Firm in Portugal: Comfort and Integration
The relationship between architecture and context is central to the project, ensuring that the house remains well integrated within the Quinta da Marinha setting in Cascais. The intervention enhances both the functional and environmental quality of the dwelling without compromising its original character.
Quinta da Marinha stands as a clear example of how architectural refurbishment can transform an existing house into a contemporary home. As part of Contacto Atlântico’s portfolio, it reinforces the studio’s position as a leading architecture firm in Portugal, recognised for delivering refined residential projects that combine technical precision, comfort, and architectural clarity.