Cella Bar

The building is the result of a regenerative transformation and expansion of a small pre-existing structure that had been abandoned for many years. The walls, roof, and doors were restored, preserving the essential characteristics of the original construction.

The interior was redesigned to accommodate its new functions (restaurant and bar) in compliance with current legal requirements. The new volume is a contemporary creation with a different language. It is an organic and dynamic construction that contrasts with the orthogonal, classical language of the existing building to which it attaches. The design is defined by its plasticity, both in terms of materials and formal aspects, and is distinctly inspired by the natural environment surrounding the site.

Various features of the environment are incorporated into the architecture of the building, including the outline of the island, rocks, whales, as well as references to wine barrels. The new volume acts as a giant sculpture, tailor-made for its location.

Architecture:

FCC Arquitectura

Interior Design:

Paulo Lobo

Software:

Revit / Autocad

Photo Credits:

FG+SG

Construction area:

407,00m2.

Useful area:

322,00m2

Location:

Madalena, Pico, Açores, Portugal

Year:

Start of project - August 2012
Start of work - September 2013
End of work - May 2015

Materials:

Basalt - Volcanic rock from the region
Reinforced concrete (structure)
Cryptomeria wood from the region (exterior)
Pine wood (interior)
Roca ceramic

Builders:

General Contractor – Esfalto Britas
Ironwork – Estraga Ferro
Catering Equipment – Arco Hotel