Retail by the Design Specialists, issue 3. Lisbon - Promontorio

Vasco da Gama PTeast entranceBuilt on the core of Lisbon’s Expo’98 Universal Exhibition, afterserving as its main gate during the event, Vasco da Gama is oneof the most acclaimed shopping centres in world. Distinguishedby its environmental quality, mixing a bold contemporary visionof architecture with a subtle evocation of the seas and theoceans, Vasco da Gama brings together innovative energy-savingsystems with the “Oceans” design theme continuously reflectedin the smallest details. Main features include, across the mall,an immense vaulted skylight with a continuous water flow thatcreates shadow and lowers the glassing temperature, whilecreating a dazzling effect inside. A set of twin 26-storey housingtowers completes this highly successful mixed-use ensemble.location lisbon, portugalgla 47,705 sq.-mopening april, 1999shops 167parking 2,583property sierra fund/ ing real estatedevelopers sonae sierra/ ing real estateawards 2000 mipim international award2000 icsc design development award2000 icsc europe3233