Palacio de Justica de Gouveia : By Barbosa & Guimaraes Architects

Gouveia, Portugal
Barbosa & Guimaraes Architects
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This project takes advantage of the demolition of the existing building, which occupied the whole of the plot, to design a new Plaza, with a scale and dignity to receive the Law Courts. In dialogue with the granite walls that define its surroundings, the Plaza takes on the form of a bottling of stone, upon which the Law Courts rest.

Haifa Court House : By Chyutin Architects

Haifa, Israel
Chyutin Architects
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Photo © Courtesy of Chyutin Architects

The Urban Context
Haifa is the main northern city of Israel, situated on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea, on the slops of Mount Carmel. The building site is located at Haifa’s downtown area, between two roads that define its boundary. The lower avenue serves as a main city thoroughfare, linking the city of Haifa to the northern part of Israel.