THE MODERNIST WEEKEND
November 8-9-10/2024
Faro-portugal
Welcome to the celebration
of Portuguese Modernist architecture in Faro!
This event is dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of mid-century buildings. In collaboration with the Faro Municipality, this year's event aims to foster a deeper understanding of these unique structures through guided tours, open house visits, networking opportunities, and captivating art exhibitions.
The buildings and houses of interest primarily date back to the 1950s and 1970s.
Participants can look forward to guided tours of significant architectural sites, including intimate visits to private homes and exhibitions featuring works by international artists inspired by Modernism. The event also includes networking opportunities, discussions on the preservation of Modernist heritage, and The Modernist weekend closing party with Algarvian Paella & Dj!
Attendees are architecture enthusiasts, architects, designers, and artists who possess a deep passion for and appreciation of this architectural style.
Event organized by : The Modernist Faro / Co-organizer : Picada Cultural
Event Supports : Camara Municipal de Faro and Secção Regional do Algarve da Ordem dos Arquitectos
Friday 8 November
1st day tours & Open houses
10:00 to 11:30
The Modernist architecture of Faro - Walking tour (1.5 hours)
Join Chris, founder of The Modernist Faro and the Modernist weekend in the discovery of iconic Modernist buildings of Faro !
10:00 to 11:30
From Bauhaus to beach house -Walking tour (1,5hours)
Join this captivating architectural walking tour led by artist Richard Walker, that explores the modernist influences on the Faro Island.
11:30 to 13:30
Lunch break
13:30 to 15:00
Faro's Modernist Villas: A Journey Through Time- Walking tour (1,5 hours)
Join Victor Hugo Faustino, architect on a 1.5-hour walking tour exploring Faro's stunning Modernist Villas and travel back in time!
14:00 to 15:00
Art Deco / Modernist architecture - photo tour (1 hour)
Join Vitor Martins, photographer. His exclusive tour will reveal the secrets of capturing these striking structures through the lens.
15:30 to 17:30
Open houses - guided tours
Immerse yourself in these houses & building distinctive architectural designs and rich histories :
-Tridente Building, Join Leanne, founder of Concrete Communities, for the exclusive guided tour at Tridente, never before opened
-Casa Gago, Explore the most iconic Modernist private house of Faro during our exclusive open house created by architect Manuel Gomes da Costa. With Chris & Victor
-Casa 1923, Faro's sole Art Nouveau gem. PAr architects renovation blends 1920s charm with modern minimalism, led by Vania, architect
Note : each Open house guided tour is offering two one-hour sessions
18:00 to 21:00
Art Exhibition "In bloom" - Vernissage
Join the Modernist weekend participants to the art expo vernissage with complementary drinks- Free entrance - Fabrica da Cerveja - Rua do Castelo Faro
Saturday 9 November
2nd day tours & Open houses
10:00 to 11:30
The Modernist architecture of Faro - Walking tour (1.5 hours)
Join Chris, founder of The Modernist Faro and the Modernist weekend in the discovery of iconic Modernist buildings of Faro !
10:00 to 11:30
From Bauhaus to beach house -Walking tour (1,5hours)
Join this captivating architectural walking tour led by artist Richard Walker, that explores the modernist influences on the Faro Island.
11:30 to 13:30
Lunch break
13:30 to 15:00
Faro's Modernist Villas: A Journey Through Time- Walking tour (1,5 hours)
Join Victor Hugo Faustino, architect, on a 1.5-hour walking tour exploring Faro's stunning Modernist Villas and travel back in time!
14:00 to 15:00
Art Deco / Modernist architecture - photo tour (1 hour)
Join Vitor Martins, photographer. His exclusive tour will reveal the secrets of capturing these striking structures through the lens.
15:30 to 17:30
15:00 to 16:30
Open houses - guided tours
Immerse yourself in these houses & building distinctive architectural designs and rich histories :
-Casa Gago, Explore the most iconic Modernist private house of Faro during our exclusive open house created by architect Manuel Gomes da Costa. With Chris & Victor
-Casa 1923, Faro's sole Art Nouveau gem. PAr architects renovation blends 1920s charm with modern minimalism, led by Vania, architect
Note : each Open house guided tour is offering two one-hour sessions
Tour "Roteiro Modernista" in Portuguese with Teresa Valente & Gonçalo Vargas architects
Join Teresa & Gonçalo, architects and admirers of Manuel Gomes da Costa, for an exclusive tour that highlights the architectural significance of Rua de Berlim and includes a visit to the historic Colégio do Alto.
Free Tour -limited places
17:45 to 19:45
Architecture Conference
Join Modernist weekend participants to the Modernist weekend conference
Free entrance - Fabrica da Cerveja - Rua do Castelo Faro
19:45 to 22:00
The Modernist weekend closing Party - Algarvian Paella & Dj
This event is designed to bring together participants of the Modernist Weekend, offering an excellent opportunity to network !
Free entrance for event participants- 15€ for others
Fabrica da Cerveja - Rua do Castelo Faro
Sunday 10 November
last day beach tours & brunch
10:00 to 11:30
The Modernist beach tour - Walking tour (1.5 hours)
Join this captivating architectural walking tour led by artist Richard Walker & Chris, that explores the modernist influences on the Faro Island.
11:30 to 13:30
Beach brunch - Elementos
Join us for a Farewell Brunch at Elementos Faro beach where we’ll celebrate the conclusion of the Modernist Weekend. 15€ per participant / payable directly at the restaurant.
Address : Av. Nascente 25, 8005-520 Faro
End of The event
What the participants experienced :
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Explored Faro's Modernist treasures on intimate tours.
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Discovered the history and significance of Modernist architecture.
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Engaged with international artists and acquired stunning artworks.
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Connected with influential artists, architects, designers, and enthusiasts.
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Enjoyed cocktails and dinners in the Algarve sunshine.
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Collaborated on preserving Faro's Modernist heritage.
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Found inspiration and like-minded Modernism enthusiasts.
Who we are ?
We are Angélique and Christophe De Oliveira and we settled in Portugal in 2018, following Chris' Portuguese roots. We immediately fell in love with Faro and became promoters of its Modernist architectural heritage. We even wrote a book.
In 2021, we launched The Modernist accommodation in Faro. With it, we created a unique architectural hospitality experience and became a reference in architecture travel in Europe. We have been featured in Forbes, Monocle, National Geographic, Elle Decor and Evasoes.
Following our passion for architecture, we had a dream to gather others passionate for the first Modernist architecture weekend in Faro. Let's share the relatively unknown but significant heritage of Faro.
This event celebrates and promotes the city's rich Modernist architectural heritage by showcasing its unique mid-century buildings. All funds raised will be reinvested into the event and future initiatives.
Event organized by : The Modernist Faro
Co-organizer : Picada Cultural
Event Supports : Camara Municipal de Faro and Secção Regional do Algarve da Ordem dos Arquitectos
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