The new building contains the classrooms, gymnasium, kindergarten, canteen, kitchen
and related services and multipurpose rooms. This is characterized in the Southwest by
a facade comprising a blade system which controls the light and heat, while producing a
variation in the building associated with games, creativity and rigor. The Northeast is
characterized by a curved facade made of concrete, isolated and covered with tiles.
The use of tiles creates a waterproof barrier and establishes a relationship of continuity
with an ancient technique well dominated by the constructive culture of Ovar. To ensure
continuity of the spaces two covered passages were planned between the buildings in
both levels.
CANNAT? & FERNANDES architects
LOCATION: Ovar, Portugal
DATE: 2008-2012
AWARDS: 1? Prize for the Project of Combatentes Educational Center Competition at
Ovar, attribution by the Jury Selection Board
Implantation area 2.440,97 m2
Construction area 5.271 m2
Exterior spaces 3.421 m2
Cost of the building 2.975.000,00