atelier rua adds louvered gallery to existing campsite in portugal

atelier rua adds louvered gallery to existing campsite in portugal 
(above) the gallery intersects with the pre-existing pitched roof pavilions
all images courtesy of atelier rua

located near the tejo river in the city of abrantes in portugal, lisbon-based atelier rua has created an extension to an existing campsite. the new incorporated structures connect the three previous pitched-roof pavilions, while establishing a border between the intricate layout of the surrounding houses and the river. with this louver additions, the project presents a footprint that takes advantage of the morphology of the frontier and creates continuity by unifying the structure.

the campsite in relation to the tagus river

the new building is capable of containing the whole functional program of the campsite. it’s structure, open and permeable, allows direct and constant relation with the green surroundings throughout the whole extension. the whole site can be walked along a gallery that communicates with the outside and gives access to the functions located inside. this gallery is marked by a façade composed of a repetition of vertical elements, or louvre, that generates a physical barrier interrupted by the openings that serve as the entrances.

pitched roof pavilions poking through the fibreglass louvres

a parking space has been reserved for the camper’s vans

the program includes a pantry where campers can prepare food and clean their utensils

the toilets are closed, maintaining the needed privacy  

the cafeteria and terrace connect to the outside

an inside eating area is also available

the mix of concrete with steel gives the campsite an industrial feeling 

louvers detail

night view

general plan

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