Casa da Lapa Renovation, Sintra

Problem
Casa da Lapa had water ingress and damp associated with failed waterproofing and ageing plumbing. Cracks in walls and slabs, together with obsolete electrical and hydraulic systems, required careful investigation and coordinated repair.
Process
- Restore safety and address the causes of deterioration.
- Renew obsolete building services.
- Improve thermal comfort and energy performance.
- Adapt the 250 m² home to contemporary everyday use.
Solution
- Surveyed the existing construction and prioritised structural and moisture-related repairs.
- Repaired affected elements and improved waterproofing.
- Renewed electrical and plumbing infrastructure.
- Coordinated insulation, layout and finishes throughout the house.
Before


The renovation started with a detailed assessment of the house in Sintra and the relationship between visible defects and underlying causes. Essential repairs and service replacements were completed before the interior work progressed.
Casa da Lapa was restored as a safer, more comfortable and functional home. The coordinated intervention preserves the property's character while improving reliability, performance and everyday use.
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