Primo Madeira House (housing and grounds on Rua do Campo Alegre, 855 to 1021)

Category: Civil Architecture > Dwelling

District: Porto > Porto > Porto

Location

Casa Primo Madeira is located on Rua do Campo Alegre, in the heart of Porto. This street, recognized for its length and more tranquil atmosphere, is characterized by a predominantly residential landscape. The surroundings of Casa Primo Madeira are distinguished by the presence of vast green spaces and buildings of notable scale, lending it an atmosphere of particular serenity within the city of Porto.

Architecture and Legacy

This built complex is a remarkable example of a large-scale residence, characteristic of a past era in the city of Porto. Its original structure, which integrated vast areas such as the stables and servants' quarters, offers a glimpse into the scale and complexity of past housing organization, reflecting the lifestyles and social standing of a different time.

The architectural details present in the dwelling allow appreciation of a style that punctuated the built landscape of Rua do Campo Alegre, integrating it into the urban development and built aesthetics that accompanied the expansion of Porto.

The Grounds and Urban Nature

One of the most distinctive elements of Casa Primo Madeira is its extensive grounds, notable for their dense tree cover. This vast green space emerges as a serene counterpoint to the surrounding urban dynamism, creating an atmosphere of particular tranquility and a natural setting that significantly enriches the complex.

The size of these grounds not only contributes to local biodiversity but also fosters the existence of its own microclimate, inviting contemplation and enjoyment of an unusually calm environment within the city of Porto.

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