Pena Viewpoint is a minimalist intervention project by architecture studio pekube in Portugal, designed to enhance visitor experience while respecting the natural landscape.
The viewpoint, planned for Ponta da Serreta on Terceira Island, Azores, will provide visitors with the opportunity to observe and appreciate Portugal's dramatic coastal scenery.
The design incorporates a lightweight structure that contrasts with the surrounding volcanic rock, featuring a catenary-shaped concrete shell that gives the impression of a floating platform.
LED fixtures with integrated solar panels are strategically placed to cast a soft, indirect glow over the pathway and viewpoint, enhancing safety and atmosphere.