House of the People of Sambade

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Community Centre

District: Bragança > Alfândega da Fé > Sambade

Location

The Casa do Povo is located in Sambade, a locality in the municipality of Alfândega da Fé, in the district of Bragança. Set within the characteristic rural ambiance of northeast Trás-os-Montes, the Casa do Povo is situated within the village's urban fabric. Its presence reflects the importance that these community buildings have had and still hold in the heart of small Portuguese settlements.

The Legacy of the Casa do Povo

The concept of Casa do Povo dates back to a period when there was an effort to provide rural communities with spaces dedicated to social and cultural support, and the well-being of their inhabitants. The Casa do Povo building in Sambade is, therefore, a symbol of community organization and the pursuit of collective development, marking the village's history and identity throughout generations.

A Space in Transformation

Currently, the Casa do Povo building in Sambade is the focus of a requalification project. This intervention aims at its conversion into a Technological Cultural Center. This new purpose points towards a vision for the community's future, integrating built heritage with modern functionalities, geared towards culture and technology.

Architecture and New Vocation

The renovation project for the Casa do Povo in Sambade is based on valuing and respecting the building's original constructive characteristics. The rehabilitation seeks to maintain its existing structure while introducing significant improvements. The future space will feature diverse areas, including activity zones, a documentation center, and a multi-purpose area, distributed across two floors. The intervention also includes the optimization of thermal and acoustic insulation, creating a more comfortable and functional environment for the activities that will take place there.

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