Art Legacy Hotel
João Guimarães

Art Legacy Hotel

Rebelo de Andrade as Architects

Echoes of Elegance: Urban Revitalization by RA\\

\\ Rua do Ouro, one of the busiest streets in Lisbon, stands out for its strict adherence to the Plano de Pormenor de Salvaguarda da Baixa Pombalina, punctuated by iconic and unique buildings that stand out from thetypical Pombaline buildings. This is the case of the building where the Hotel Art Legacy now stands - an original 1920s Beaux Arts-style building in aprivileged location.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

The architecture and interior design project, carried out by RA\\ studio of architect Luís Rebelo de Andrade, seeks to restore the building's original design, in an effort to enhance and safeguard the architectural heritage of the time, both by restoring the arched openings inthe facade on the ground floor, by using modern materials of the time such as glass and iron, by naturalistic bas-reliefs of great realism and also by using metal roofing - in this case the mansard floor.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

This five-star hotel is composed by 53 rooms. On the ground floor you will find the public areas such as the reception, lounge area, barand restaurant with a direct connection to the street. On the upper floors, are the bedrooms and, on the mansard floor, the suites with their terraces and privileged views over the city.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

The choice of products from the renowned brand Moooi for Interior Architecture by RA\ reflects a commitment to aesthetic and functional excellence, further enhancing the quality and prestige of the space. As enthusiasts of cultural and architectural heritage preservation, we see this project as an inspiring example of how urban rehabilitation can be carried out with sensitivity, vision, and technical expertise.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

(áu·re·a) adj. - made of gold; brilliant; magnificent; nobel

\\ RA\\ was responsible for the interior design of the five-star Art Legacy Hotel, located at Rua do Ouro, also known as Rua Áurea - and nothing less could be expected than a renovation that would enhance it.

This project is a renovation of a historic office building, where RA\ was not only responsible for the interior design but also for redesigning the façade, transforming it into the Art Legacy Hotel.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

In the words of architect Luís Rebelo de Andrade himself, hospitality is always a matter of image and stories. One of the goals of the Atelier was for each guest, upon entering the hotel, to have a completely unexpected experience. Thus, in a blend of modernity and classical references, RA\ chose the Moooi brand that suited the studio's approach to designing the hotel interiors. The brand is found throughout the hotel: "When you enter the hotel, all the colors, all the textures, all the Moooi furniture help us to tell a different story on each floor," says architect Tiago Rebelo de Andrade.

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João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

Each room at the Art Legacy Hotel features a color scheme: blue, red, yellow, or green, with matching wall coverings, furniture, and tiles. This choice was made because these are colors that provoke, which contributes to the initial idea of making this space impactful for the guest.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

In this enclave of renewal and reinvention, the Art Legacy Hotel emerges as a testament to RA\'s mastery in enhancing historical heritage. The perfect fusion of architectural legacy and modernity, meticulously crafted by RA\, results in a truly memorable hotel experience. The careful attention to detail and the choice of the Moooi brand for the interiors reflect RA\'s commitment to creating spaces that tell unique stories. Thus, the Art Legacy Hotel is not just a hotel, but a captivating journey through history and aesthetics, a tribute to the vision and talent of the Rebelo de Andrade Atelier.

photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães
photo_credit João Guimarães
João Guimarães

Team:

Client: Hosteling You LDA

Architecture & Interior Design: Luis Rebelo de Andrade, Tiago Rebelo de Andrade, Pedro Duarte Silva

Other Participants: Maria João Barcelos, Rita Serra e Silva, Raquel Jorge, Madalena Barreto

Structural Engineer: ARA - Eng. Fernando Rodrigues

MEP: Sustentável - Eng. Jorge Rosa

ON-SITE COORDINATION: DDN - Project Managment

Photographer: João Guimarães

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João Guimarães
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