Casa 1923: An Award-Winning House and open Architecture Studio

Step inside Casa 1923 to explore stunning award-winning design and get a peek behind the scenes at the open studio + Architecture exhibition
About this Event

Discover Architecture Studio PAr & Casa 1923

Experience a unique double visit that celebrates creativity, heritage, and contemporary design.

From Casa 1923, Casa Modesta, and The Modernist to other secret projects in progress — discover PAr Architecture Studio, a team celebrated for its mastery in urban rehabilitation.

Casa 1923, their award-winning Art Nouveau house in Faro, received the 2024 Urban Rehabilitation Award. This special event offers the opportunity to meet the architects, learn about their vision, and explore both their studio practice and their most acclaimed project.

Part I — Meet the Architects and their projects

Join Joana, Susana, and Vânia, the visionary founders of PAr Architecture Studio, as they present their philosophy, recent works, and the exciting new projects still under wraps.
Discover how they combine architectural precision with poetic sensibility to shape Portugal’s contemporary landscape.
Visit of the architecture exhibition.

Part II — Guided Tour of Casa 1923

Step inside Casa 1923 for an exclusive guided visit — an extraordinary journey through Faro’s only Art Nouveau treasure, lovingly restored by PAr.

A Warm Welcome

• Hear directly from the architects who transformed this historic townhouse.
• Explore the delicate balance between preserving heritage and embracing modern design.

Striking Exterior

• Admire the ornate double doors and hand-painted Azulejo façade.
• Enjoy the vibrant mint, forest green, and terracotta color palette that defines its elegance.

Harmonious Interior

• Experience the fusion of Art Nouveau elegance and contemporary comfort.
• Notice the refreshed plaster mouldings and traditional terracotta tiles underfoot.

Rooftop Oasis

• Discover the hidden pool and lush vegetable garden, a serene retreat above the city.

Sustainable Renovation Insights

• Learn about the use of natural materials and traditional craftsmanship that honor the building’s legacy.
• See how historic architecture can evolve beautifully for modern life.

This double visit offers a rare opportunity to dive into PAr’s creative world and to experience firsthand how Art Nouveau exuberance has been reimagined for contemporary living.

Immerse yourself in the story of Casa 1923 and gain a new appreciation for Faro’s architectural heritage.

PAr architecture studio : http://www.parplataformadearquitectura.pt/
Casa1923 : https://casa1923.pt/