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Mineral System (Real Marbre)

PrizeHonorable Mention in Architectural Design / Industrial Buildings
Firm LocationPorto, Portugal
Company João Ferros – IDEAS & PROJECTS
Lead Architect João Ferros
Design TeamJoão Ferros; Diana Nogueira
ClientReal Marbre

The company Real Marbre, bet on conceptualizing a factory that would do justice to its concept. Its sophisticated lines materialized in a building in Viana do Castelo, which became the company's headquarters. Its marble interior honors the factory that gives it its name, in a project that is composed of three volumes of proportional and colossal size, creating a monumental entrance to the building. One of the volumes presents a differentiated materiality that alludes to the sophistication and elegance of honeycombs, honoring the innovative technology developed and commercialized by them.