carvalho araújo: galeria mário sequeira

'galeria mário sequeira' by carvalho araújo, braga, portugal
images courtesy of carvalho araújo


portuguese studio carvalho araújo has created 'galeria mário sequeira', a contemporary art gallery
located in braga, portugal. realized as a subtle gesture, the design looks to preserve the principles
and identity of the existing site, imposing a feeling among the visitors rather than an apparent built form. 



side elevation


partially submerged into the land, the structure maintains a visual silence on the surface,
concealing for the most part the scale and organization of space that lies below ground.
inside, a simple program is organized around a series of circulation zones, which enrich
the character and the experience within the building. the interior remains relatively enclosed
except for a glazed facade on the east side of the structure. cutting through the earth, the opening
looks to establish a connection with the surrounding environment while introducing light into
the network of underground spaces.



looking out over the structure



side elevation



terrace and secondary entrance



pathway and secondary entrance



entrance



entrance



main staircase



stairway and upper corridor



corridor and gallery space



gallery space