Located on an impressively sloping site in Paço de Arcos, a neighborhood facing the sea in Lisbon, Portugal, the home sits nicely between two blues: the sky and sea. The House at Paço de Arcos by Jorge Mealha, unfolds a setting where solids and voids are in display for each other. The arrangement and span of […]
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Unique windowless home in Portugal
This incredible site is located on the outskirts of Leiria, Portugal in a high position overlooking the city. Designed by architects Manuel Aires Mateus, the functions of this home are like any other: a house divided in private area with bedrooms, and social area with living-rooms. The private areas are at street level under the […]
Suspended refuge on the Alentejo Coast
The house in Melides, on the southern Alentejo Coast of Portugal by architect Pedro Reis, represents the desire for a holiday house as a getaway from the bustle of a big city. This incredible 3,700 square foot home presents “drama” of the natural countryside, building it on top of a steep hill relatively protected by […]
Exquisite countryside home in Portugal
This lovely country home has been decorated by interior designer Marta Espregueira Mendes. Located in Portugal next to the Minho river, this incredible vacation home has features and artifacts that have been preserved, mixed with new materials and furniture that comes from the Middle East. The home was renovated so that the owner’s could enjoy […]