Charm in Exclusive CondominiumLisboa, Lisboa * Portugal

About This Property

Owned by the Sousa de Macedo family for over 400 years, it was from its windows that eight out of thirteen generations born there watched the city of Lisbon grow, making this their official residence. In the 20th century, with the installation of two schools and the Pedagogical Museum, the space was optimised. First, with the installation of the Rodrigues Sampaio Preparatory School in one part of the building, right at the start of the century; this was followed by the D. Maria I all-girls technical education school, in the middle of the Estado Novo period. On the 30th of November 1993 the Palace was finally classed as a Building of Public Interest. In 2008 it was acquired by Paço – Investimentos Imobiliários, which renovated the former Palace guided by the principle of respecting and valuing the original building. The renovation project, carried out by Intergaup - Arquitecto Diogo Lima Mayer, started that same year, respecting and valuing the original layout. The site still houses important testimonies which depict the history of the space and of the city of Lisbon itself. The façades, the chapel and the interior garden are unique, priceless features which belong to Mesquitela Palace. On the main façade, which has been completely restored, the pilasters which flank it, the 16 French windows and the majestic portal, with its ashlar frame topped by a triangular pediment with the Sousa de Macedo family’s stone coat of arms, remain intact. Built in the 17th century by D. Gonçalo de Sousa Macedo, the auditor of the Exchequer, a jurisconsult and diplomat, it was given the name Palace of the Counts of Mesquitela in 1754 by D. Luís de Sousa Macedo, the 1st Viscount of Mesquitela. More than four hundred years later, Paço – Investimentos Imobiliários began a renovation project based on the principle of respecting and valuing the original building. The architecture project, designed by Intergaup - Arquitecto Diogo Lima Mayer, has received many compliments for the extraordinary conversion of Mesquitela Palace into a unique work which exudes refined good taste and a modern feel. First, we are struck by the loftiness of this building, which houses important testimonies of the history of the space and of the city of Lisbon itself. Taking a closer look, we are captivated by the Apartments and Lofts, symbols of sophistication and elegance, which define the new layout of Mesquitela Palace. This private condominium comprises 7 Lofts and 36 Apartments, ranging from one to four bedrooms, spread across 5 buildings, together with 4 commercial spaces. Mesquitela Palace has an excellent exposure to the sun and a shared inner garden, covering a total area of 810m², was designed and included in the space to be enjoyed exclusively by its residents. Mesquitela Palace’s historical outline is combined with markedly contemporary elements, which give it a unique character. The façades of the magnificent original building were preserved, as was the main door, next to the building on the corner of Calçada do Combro and Travessa do Alcaide. The Chapel which served the Palace was also restored and today it is reserved exclusively for its residents. Mesquitela Palace stands in one of the noblest locations in the capital and its surroundings make this development unique. Calçada do Combro is renowned for its large palatial buildings of an extreme architectural beauty. The Alto de Santa Catarina Belvedere offers one of the finest views of the Tagus and the southern bank of the river. Set in the middle of the Bairro Alto, the Palace is bordered by Bairro de Santos, Largo de Camões, Chiado and the Assembly of the Republic. Its surroundings also include the Parish Church of Santa Catarina, the Parish Council, the Passos Manuel High School and the Jesus Hospital. Prices from 447,300€ to 1.077,700€ Areas from 87.70m2 to 210.46m2