Museu dos Baleeiros (1984-1989; 2005-2008) apontamentos sobre a obra de Paulo Gouveia

Abstract

The 80s and 90s in Portugal corresponds to a post-revolutionary period and of assimilation of postmodernity. In a peripheral country and therefore lagged in the dissemination of international culture, Paulo Gouveia's path constitutes reflection of this context, expanding its condition to the outermost reality of the Azorean archipelago. This dissertation intends to constitute, from one of his most emblematic works, the Whalers Museum (in its two phases), a study through which it seeks thinking of its projetual posture that distinguishes itself by the incorporation of references and thematic of individual expression. Based on the assets of his studio and on the Museum's archive, one seeks to comprehend the evolution of his ideas and forms, in constructing a personal memories framework which rebate in the project, reinventing singularly popular Azorean architecture.