"The site already featured a humble, glass-fronted oratory built by local residents, which was originally slated for demolition. However, given the community's strong connection to the structure and their devotion to Saint Peter, the patron saint of fishermen, we felt it was essential to preserve its symbolic value."
An urban park near the sea in Praia Norte, Viana do Castelo, prompted the design of a small chapel. The existing glass-fronted oratory, built by local residents, was initially set for demolition. However, due to the community's strong attachment to the structure and their devotion to Saint Peter, the decision was made to maintain its symbolic significance. The chapel serves to honor this connection while integrating into the new park design.
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