Faculty of Architecture of the University of Porto

Category: Civil Architecture > School

District: Porto > Porto > Porto > Bicalho

History and Foundations

- Founded in 1979, the faculty is the successor to the Architecture course of the Escola Superior de Belas-Artes do Porto.

- It is recognized as part of the Escola do Porto (Porto School), one of the influential currents of architecture in Portugal.

- The transition to the new faculty took place between 1985 and 1996, when the new facilities were completed.

Education and Programs

- Offers an integrated master's degree in Architecture and a doctorate in the same area.

- In collaboration with the Faculty of Engineering, it also offers a master's degree in Urban Planning and Design.

- Teaching highlights the importance of drawing and the relationship of architecture with its space.

Building and Location

- The faculty is located in the Pólo do Campo Alegre, with a panoramic view of the Douro River.

- The design of the facilities was designed by architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, an ex-student and professor of the faculty.

- The building is composed of several interconnected parts, including a bar, a library, a museum and an auditorium.

Architecture and Design

- The construction has a U-shape, adapted to the presence of the trees on the land.

- The interaction between the new buildings and the landscape emphasizes the connection between modern architecture and the natural environment.

- The project reflects the conflict between the urban and the rural, representing the materialization of the principles of the Porto School.

Visits and Attractions

- The architecture of the building is an attraction in itself, with unique characteristics that combine modernism and natural elements.

- The proximity to the Douro River and Quinta da Póvoa provides a charming setting for visitors.

- The faculty is open for visits, offering an opportunity to learn more about the history and teaching of architecture in Portugal.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faculdade_de_Arquitetura_da_Universidade_do_Porto

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