To Rest is a project designed for the cleaning and storage of olives. The primary architectural intent is to provide protection from the sun and weather, with three-quarters of the structure functioning as a shelter, a protection to some of the natural forces reminiscent of Laugiers Primitive Hut. The remaining quarter forms an enclosed space dedicated to the manual cleaning of the olives.
Situated in front of a row of traditional single-family dwellings, the project deliberately inverts the typical chromatic palette, rejecting any notions of domesticity in favor of asserting its industrial identity. The metal structure is anchored to concrete pedestals, safeguarding it from corrosion caused by exposure to salmoura (brine). A bold yellow highlights the structural geometry, ensuring visibility during nighttime operations and enhancing its industrial aesthetic.
The artificial lighting design reinforces this geometrical emphasis, with industrial lamps echoing the minimalist ethos of Dan Flavin, transforming the structure into an illuminated framework that blurs the line between function and sculptural form.
2021
Location: Serra de São Mamede, Portugal
Programme: Agriculture Storage
Surface: 300m2
Status: Execution Phase
Client: Private
Images: Studio Punkt