May 3, 2017

Armazém Luxury Housing by Pedra Líquida

Situated in Porto, Portugal, Armazém Luxury Housing is an inspiring hotel designed in 2016 by Pedra Líquida.

Cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, sloped ceiling, and minimalist furnishings.

Rustic interior with distressed wooden walls, pendant lighting, and patterned rug.

Modern rustic interior with wooden walls, shelves, and patterned area rug.

Spacious bedroom with stark concrete walls, wooden four-poster bed, and round woven rug.

Minimalist bedroom with canopy bed, concrete walls, and wooden accents.

Wooden, minimalist bedroom with angled ceiling, wooden headboard, and patterned rug.

Striking concrete and wood interior design with a minimalist bathtub and stair-like drawers.

A cozy bedroom with stone walls, a large bed, and pendant lamps creating a warm ambiance.

A cozy bathroom with a modern, minimalist design featuring dark curtains, wooden floors, and a pink accent chair.

Minimalist bathroom with a freestanding tub and wooden-panel walls creating a serene ambiance.

Sleek modern bathroom with wood vanity, square vessel sink, and glass shower enclosure.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by a modern wooden structure and lush greenery.

About Armazém Luxury Housing

Introduction to Largo de São Domingos

In 2013, architects discovered a building with unique charm at number 74 Largo de São Domingos in Porto. Surrounded by residential structures, this building captivated onlookers with its simple facade and spacious interior, once a bustling iron warehouse.

Creating a Charming Hotel

The project’s goal was to convert this expansive space—both wide and deep—into a charming hotel while preserving its original vibe. Architects designed the interior around a central patio, which floods the building with light and energizes the space. A light staircase accentuates the building’s six stories (about 6 floors), blending effortlessly with living areas to create large, welcoming common spaces.

Material Choices Reflect Dual Nature

Choosing materials was key to balancing the industrial feel of a warehouse with the cozy ambiance of a hotel. Stark, cold materials like iron and concrete contrast sharply with warm wood, fine fabrics, velvet, and comfortable rugs.

Dynamic Social Spaces

The reception and main living room face the street, setting the stage for vibrant social interactions. Descending the stairs, overlapping a pre-existing stone ramp, guests arrive at the breakfast/dining room, complete with kitchen facilities.

Private and Public Delights

The upper stories house bedrooms, each featuring a private bathroom. As visitors ascend, they encounter delightful surprises, such as a terrace with views of the Porto Cathedral and a uniquely designed penthouse on the top floor, offering a rich spatial experience shaped by its striking ceiling.

Photography by Josè Campos

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- by Matt Watts