Located in the historic heart of Vila do Conde, the Concerto restaurant is a space that celebrates architectural heritage with a contemporary approach, where architecture transforms into a subtle melody between past and present.
The intervention aimed to restore key elements of the original building, such as plaster ceilings and wooden mouldings, bringing them back to everyday life without freezing them in time. With a sober color palette, natural materials like marble, and discreet technical lighting, the space takes on its own rhythm: inviting us to desire, stay, listen, and feel.
This restaurant is an architectural composition with soul; a symphony of details revealed in an intimate, functional environment deeply connected to its memory.
The intervention carried out at Concerto restaurant, aimed primarily to enhance the existing architectural heritage by restoring key elements of the original building and returning its dignity and aesthetic expression, while adapting the space to meet the requirements of a contemporary restaurant.
Throughout the process, special attention was given to preserving the identity of the building, respecting its original construction features and integrating them into the new design proposal. Previously damaged or neglected elements, such as an ornamental ceiling with decorative motifs and wooden mouldings, were carefully restored and incorporated into the new layout, reinforcing the connection between past and present.
The selection of materials and decor was made with particular care, aiming to establish a dialogue between the site’s history and its new function. Natural materials such as marble were combined with contemporary elements, including discreet technical lighting and high-durability finishes, resulting in a welcoming, functional, and authentic atmosphere.
The project sought to maintain the intimate ambiance of the original building, using a sober and elegant colour palette that highlights the architectural details and enhances natural light. All interventions were conceived with respect and sensitivity, creating harmony between tradition and modernity.
The result is a space that celebrates heritage, offers comfort and functionality, and invites guests to enjoy a dining experience in a soulful environment, where every element tells a story.
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Project Information
Project name: Concerto Restaurant
Location: Vila do Conde, Portugal
Architecture Office: MIMOOL Arquitectura & Interiores
Interior Design: MIMOOL Arquitectura & Interiores
Main Architect: Ana Ferreira, Fábio Milhazes, Joana Monteiro, Rui Loureiro
Builder: Craveiro & Craveiro
Year of conclusion: 2025
Total area: 195 m2
Architectural Photographer: Ivo Tavares Studio
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