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Martires Housing Block: Seven Unique Apartments in Portugal

A modern multi-story building with distinctive cuboid window arrangements and textured facade.

The Martires Housing Block in Leiria, Portugal, is a striking apartment complex designed by Didier Fiúza Faustino in 2024. This innovative real estate project features seven unique apartments within a renovated house and a modern semi-circular extension. The design challenges conventional domestic rituals, promoting a fresh perspective on urban living through its bold architecture and dynamic interior spaces.

Povo House by Contaminar

Povo House by Contaminar

Discover the Povo House, a striking contemporary home carved in the rocky terrain of Leiria, Portugal. Designed in 2021 by the creative minds at Contaminar, this three-bedroom property incorporates concrete aesthetics, cleverly mirroring the rugged landscape that surrounds it.

With its intricate design, the Povo House pays homage to the primal connection between humanity and its environment, embodying the paradox of the harsh, eternal stone as a warm, welcoming haven. Marvel at the unique architecture of this house, from its voluminous living spaces and the privacy it offers to its residents, to the thoughtfully positioned spaces that capture light and offer sweeping views of the surrounding pine forest.