07/08/2026
🎨 ART OF STEEL | When Steel Tells Time
On hot summer days, the sun takes centre stage. In Vila do Conde,
Portugal, it has been doing exactly that for more than 20 years.
Designed by José Rodrigues, this monumental sundial is more than a striking steel sculpture. It is a tribute to a city whose history has long been shaped by shipbuilding, seafaring and exploration.
It is another reminder that steel can be much more than a structural material. Sometimes, it becomes a way to make time itself visible.
Through ART OF STEEL, we celebrate places where engineering meets imagination. Do you know a steel landmark that deserves to be featured in our series? Tell us in the comments. 👇
Wishing you a sunny and relaxing weekend! ☀️