Oporto, Oporto, Portugal

This distinguished building, located at Rua Júlio Dinis 860 in the heart of Porto, presents a unique opportunity for redevelopment. A mere 100 metres from the iconic Rotunda da Boavista, the location offers unparalleled centrality with easy access to major urban intersections, cultural amenities, commercial establishments, and public services. The property is a testament to the architectural prowess of Manuel Amoroso Lopes, a significant figure in Porto's prestigious residential architecture scene from the 1940s. Held under Urban Licence 88/1943, it is acknowledged in the city's Master Plan as a heritage asset. Spanning a plot of 811.12 square metres, it comes with a favourable prior information request from the Porto City Council, allowing for demolition, extension, and alteration operations with a construction footprint of 2,409.80 square metres and a total building area of 2,885 square metres. The development proposal envisions a modern residential building comprising 22 apartments, featuring parking, storage, and outdoor spaces, thereby enhancing the interaction with the urban frontage and the architectural identity. Alternatively, the site is approved for a hotel development with 56 accommodation units and 8 parking spaces. The strategic location is further enhanced by the proximity to the Casa da Música, Casa da Música Metro Station, Mercado do Bom Sucesso, hospitals, schools, and the Porto Conservatory of Music, as well as the upcoming El Corte Inglés at Boavista. This project offers a rare chance to create a landmark residential development in one of Porto's most established and strategic locations.