Portugal
Pitágoras Group
João Rey Soares
The Jordão Theater Project was distinguished with the Portuguese Urban Rehabilitation Award 2022 for preserving and revitalizing an iconic Guimarães, North Portugal building. Initially constructed in the 1930s as a cultural hub for cinema and theater productions, the theater faced decline over the years, necessitating a transformation that honored its historical significance while adapting it for modern use. The Pitagoras Group’s intervention preserved the building’s historic exterior and interior, ensuring it continues to serve as a vibrant space for music, performing, and visual arts.
The architects introduced a new floor featuring a metallic structure with an OTIIMA glass curtain facade and fiberglass profiles, providing energy efficiency and an unobstructed exterior view. The renovation included a 400-seat auditorium and facilities for the Valentim Moreira de Sá Academy and the University of Minho, breathing new life into the theater while emphasizing its cultural importance.
