GAL Project
Developed licensing and execution drawings, 3D visualisations and quantity take-offs.
BVO Arq office
Location: Porto, Portugal
Typology: Roof conversion for residential use
Size: 52.05 m²
The project proposes the conversion of the existing roof space into a new one-bedroom apartment, while maintaining a clear dialogue with the surrounding built context. The roof is raised by 42 cm to align the ridge with the neighbouring building, reinforcing volumetric continuity along the street.
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Two dormer windows, facing east and west, are introduced to enhance natural light and ventilation. The intervention adopts a restrained architectural approach, retaining the pitched tiled roof and introducing zinc-clad dormers as a subtle contemporary addition.
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3D model of the roof
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS FOR SUBMISSION TO THE COUNCIL
Preparation of existing and proposed drawings, including plans, sections and elevations, as well as demolition and construction drawings. The scope also included construction details and an accessibility study.
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front elevation
longitudinal section
construction section
3D INTERIOR IMAGES
The material strategy was developed to create a warm and timeless atmosphere, using light tones to enhance the perception of space while balancing brightness and restraint. Oak finishes, applied to both joinery and flooring, introduce warmth and a tactile quality, reinforcing the overall material coherence.
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In the bathroom, polished concrete is applied to the floor and continues across the walls, acting as a unifying material within the space. This neutral base is contrasted with glossy green tiles, adding a contemporary expression and a subtle sense of depth.
Programs: Sketchup, Twinmotion, AI and Photoshop
EXECUTION DRAWINGS
The project required extensive layout development and space optimisation studies in order to comply with Portuguese building regulations, ensuring functional efficiency within a constrained footprint.
The detailed design and construction information covered wall build-ups and internal finishes, lighting and power layouts, mechanical services coordination (air conditioning), as well as detailed drawings for window systems and bespoke joinery.
