Category: Civil Architecture > Building
District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Campo Pequeno
The building is strategically situated in the heart of Avenidas Novas, one of Lisbon's most characteristic areas. It is located at the intersection of the bustling Avenida da República and Avenida de Berna, in a centrally positioned area near the iconic Campo Pequeno.
Its prominence is due to its corner location, marking an important landmark in the urban landscape of this part of the city.
This building is a representative example of the civil architecture that shaped Avenidas Novas, an area that underwent significant urban development between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its aesthetic reflects the taste of the era, often integrating elements of Eclecticism and Art Nouveau, the dominant artistic and architectural styles during this period of Lisbon's expansion.
Its façades contribute to the characteristic image of the wide streets and planned layout that define this neighborhood, showcasing the modernity and boldness of the Portuguese capital's urban projects at the turn of the century.
By integrating into the surrounding architectural ensemble, the building on Avenida da República and Avenida de Berna plays a role in defining the area's urban character. Its construction is part of Lisbon's northward growth process, symbolizing the modernization effort and the creation of new residential and service spaces with a distinctive design.
It is a piece in the mosaic of buildings that give identity to this part of Lisbon, bearing witness to the city's planning and evolution over the decades.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avenidas_Novas
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.741111617386785,-9.147030746636293
Coordinates DMS: 38°44'28.0"N 09°08'49.3"W
Weather Lisboa
On-duty Pharmacy Lisboa
