Youth Center

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Community Centre

District: Leiria > Caldas da Rainha > Caldas da Rainha > Santo Onofre e Serra do Bouro

Location

The Youth Centre is located in the city of Caldas da Rainha, situated within the urban development of Santo Onofre and Serra do Bouro. This location places it in a dynamic urban environment, within the municipality of Caldas da Rainha. Its establishment stands out by occupying the space of a former slaughterhouse, giving it a unique architectural identity, resulting from a remarkable reuse of a building with history in the city.

Memory and Rehabilitated Architecture

This centre has its roots in a building that once served as a slaughterhouse, a testament to Caldas da Rainha's capacity to revitalise and adapt its historical structures. The transformation of this industrial space into a hub of youthful dynamism represents an example of urban regeneration, where the memory of the past intertwines with the vitality of the present and the future. The architecture of the site, although rehabilitated, preserves elements that recall its original function, offering an unusual setting for the activities developed there.

A Cultural Hub for Youth

The Youth Centre is designed to be a meeting and creation point, dedicated to promoting cultural initiatives and civic participation among young people. It is a space conceived to host diverse artistic expressions and collaborative activities, from music, with rehearsals and concerts by local bands, to performing arts, such as dance and theatre. It features areas designed for cooperative work and meetings, as well as a terrace that contributes to a relaxed environment conducive to social interaction. This venue is a driving force for innovation and the development of projects that reflect the interests and talents of the younger community.

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