Palácio dos Duques de Lafões
Beato
Palace in Lisbon, Portugal
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Palácio dos Duques de Lafões, a site that defies easy categorization. While its eighteenth-century walls speak of aristocratic history and traditional Portuguese architecture, the interior currently houses a…
Listen in the app2Architectural Philosophy: Julian La Bruce
The transformation of this palace was led by Julian La Bruce, whose vision was to respect the building's history while injecting it with a surrealist, contemporary energy. La Bruce’s approach was one of minimal intervention on…
Listen in the app3The Eucalyptus and Oak Design
The sensory experience of the Palácio dos Duques de Lafões is deeply tied to the materials used in its modern transformation. Take note of the custom-made furniture and the sculptural elements throughout the rooms. …
Listen in the app4The Reconnected Stables and the Sculptural Bar
One of the most successful aspects of the 'Living Theatre' project is the creative reuse of service spaces. Walk toward the former stables, which have been reconnected to the main palace to create a room with an entirely…
Listen in the app5Artistic Collaboration: Mulin and Kikowen
The cultural weight of the Palácio dos Duques de Lafões project is supported by a team of artists and curators. The large-format sculptural paintings that dress the walls and the various art pieces integrated into the rooms are…
Listen in the app6The Restaurant in the Theatre
While art and history are central, the palace also functions as a high-end restaurant. However, dining here is far from a typical experience. …
Listen in the app7Museum-Like Reinvestment of Furniture
In some rooms of the palace, you will notice a different approach to the decor. Old furniture from the palace's original collection or sourced to match its era has been 'reinvested' and displayed in a manner that feels almost…
Listen in the app8Closing
As you conclude your visit to the Palácio dos Duques de Lafões, take a moment to reflect on the audacity of this project. In a world where historical buildings are often either modernized beyond recognition or frozen in a sterile…
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What is Palácio dos Duques de Lafões?
Palácio dos Duques de Lafões is a place in Beato with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Beato |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.7323, -9.1066 |
| Last updated |
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