Restaurante Scarabajo

This project demonstrates how a thoughtful renovation can revitalize both a building and its surrounding streetscape. What was once an ordinary commercial façade has been transformed into a distinctive and inviting restaurant that contributes positively to the neighborhood. Rather than concealing the building’s history, the design embraces its existing character, preserving traces of the original painted signage as a defining architectural feature.
The intervention introduces a strong visual identity through carefully selected materials, large operable windows, and a warm, transparent relationship between the interior and the street. By activating the sidewalk with outdoor seating, the project encourages pedestrian activity and creates a more vibrant public realm. The result is a welcoming space that not only gives new life to an existing building but also enhances the urban experience, demonstrating how adaptive reuse can strengthen the character and vitality of its surroundings.