Village Back House

Category: Civil Architecture > House

District: Coimbra > Lousã > Lousã > Cruz de Ferro

History and Period

Urban building from the 18th century, reflecting significant regional architecture from this construction period in Lousã.

Origin of the Name

Initially built at the edge of the town, with the town's growth, the house became part of the town center.

Plan and Structure

It presents an L-shaped plan.

Commissioner of Construction

It was built by order of Captain-Major of Lousã, Manuel Lopes Caetano Cortez Serra.

Facade

, Main Portal: Portal with a round-arched frame, with a prominent cornice and the Serra Family coat of arms above.

, Windows: With four windows on one side and five on the other. The windows are decorated with rectangular granite frames, wavy cornices, and rectilinear aprons with shell-shaped decorations.

Heritage Classification

Classified as a Property of Municipal Interest, standing out for its historical and architectural importance.

Location

Located in the town of Lousã, in the parish of Lousã e Vilarinho, forming part of the historic center of the town.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt