该建筑最引人注目的特点是外墙的立体感,它是通过切割混凝土的几何裂缝创造出来的,就像每一道裂缝中都有一个身体的反应–一种水泡。这种几何效果创造了起伏和运动的错觉,并适应于面向公园的外墙,那里的开口更大,突出的效果更小。

The building’s most striking feature is the facade’s three-dimensionality, created through geometric rips that cut the concrete, like if there is a body’s reaction in each tear – a kind of blister. This geometric effect creates the illusion of undulation and movement and is adapted to the facade facing the park, where the openings are much larger, and the protrusion effect is smaller.

这种设计更好地利用了公园的景观,同时保持了建筑概念上的一致性。开口的几何形状被极简主义框架的金色铝的光泽所充实。同样地,花盆的植被和颜色也使白色调的干燥外墙变得更加耀眼。

This design makes better use of the park’s views while maintaining the building’s conceptual consistency. The openings’ geometry is enriched by the shine of the golden aluminum of the minimalist frames. Likewise, the planters’ vegetation and colors jazz up the white-toned dry facade.

可持续性和能源效率是Essenza的两个核心特征。水是用太阳能电池板加热的,用于集中积累,然后分配给每个住宅进行单独积累,是一个比即时生产系统更有效的系统。未使用的能量不会被浪费,并能加热五楼的水池。还值得一提的是通风系统–导致能源消耗减少2/3–和冷凝式锅炉的安装,这使得能源节约和减少对大气的二氧化碳排放。

Sustainability and energy efficiency are two core characteristics of Essenza. The water is heated using solar panels for centralized accumulation, which is then distributed for individual accumulation by each dwelling, being a more efficient system than the instant production one. Unused energy is not wasted and heats the fifth-floor pools. It’s also worth mentioning the ventilation systems – that lead to a two-third reduction in energy consumption – and the installation of condensing boilers, which allow energy savings and reduction in CO2 emissions to the atmosphere.

Essenza的设计是为了体验,将技术与精选的豪华装修相结合,为居民提供最大的舒适性和功能性。在这种情况下,我们强调家庭自动化系统,在流通空间、卧室和客厅使用的地板辐射加热,以及整个浴室使用的卡拉拉大理石。这些大理石块由Ventura + Partners在卡拉拉直接挑选,从意大利运来,然后在葡萄牙进行切割、处理和充分准备。

Essenza was designed to be experienced, combining technology with a selection of luxury finishes to provide maximum comfort and functionality to its residents. In this context, we highlight the home automation system, the radiant floor heating used in the circulation spaces, bedrooms, and living rooms, and also the carrara marble used throughout the bathrooms. The marble blocks were selected by Ventura + Partners directly in Carrara, having been brought from Italy and then cut, treated, and fully prepared in Portugal.

生活质量的根本,审美和谐是该建筑的基石之一。在外墙上,这种平衡以金色花箱的形式出现,与混凝土形成对比,为建筑提供了一个活泼和自然的特征。

Fundamental to quality of life, aesthetic harmony is one of the building’s cornerstones. On the façades, this balance appears in the form of golden flower boxes, which contrast with the concrete, providing the construction with a lively and natural character.

该住宅楼使其周围的语言具有连续性,同时也从建筑和建设的角度为该地区的价值化做出了贡献。通过利用与公园的紧密联系,Essenza在建筑与自然的结合中促进了其空间的扩展。

The residential building gives continuity to its surroundings language, while also contributing to the area valorization from an architectural and constructive point of view. By taking advantage of the close connection to the park, Essenza promotes the extension of its spaces in a marriage between architecture and nature.

Architects: Ventura + Partners
Area: 11740 m²
Year: 2020
Photographs: António Teixeira
Manufacturers: PADIMAT, Bentley Systems, Farcimar, Jofebar, Schmitt+Sohn, TopMarmi, XPZ madeiras
Lead Architects: Manuel Ventura
Construction: Lúcio da Silva Azevedo & Filhos
Project Team:Amanda Maria, Cláudia Vaz, Cristina Figueiredo, Pablo Hernandez, Rui Almeida, Sofia Sousa.
Engineering:Paul Lebres
Clients:Lúcios Imobiliária
City:Porto
Country:Portugal