In 2022, the single-story residence known as Casa Quase Verde was built by PSB Architects. Located in Ovar, Portugal, this beautiful house mixes modern architecture with natural beauty. Its ‘nearly green’ outside and intelligent design create a peaceful hideaway that effortlessly integrates interior living areas with vibrant greenery outside. This is a place where openness and seclusion can both be enjoyed at once: it’s a home where open spaces are valued without sacrificing privacy.
The Park House, designed by Paulo Martins Arq&Design, is a captivating residential project in Aveiro, Portugal, that seamlessly blends historic charm with contemporary elegance. Transformed from a deteriorated Art Nouveau building, this house unfolds towards the city’s verdant heart, its stony facade carved with intricate plant, animal, and human elements that celebrate the passage of time.
This comprehensive house renovation in Abrantes, Portugal, designed by acclaimed architect Luis Morgado, seamlessly blends the home’s original 1997 structure with modern amenities and a refined aesthetic. Prioritizing the outdoor spaces, the project features a striking Corten steel wall surrounding a redesigned courtyard, complemented by three distinct entry points that establish the home’s unique identity. Inside, the kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms have been thoughtfully reconfigured, while new windows, doors, and flooring enhance the overall living experience.
Discover Casa Mosaico de Belas Artes, a captivating retreat in Portugal designed by the Ippolito Fleitz Group. This residential masterpiece seamlessly blends eclectic architectural elements with rich interior design, creating a unique environment that reflects the diverse personalities of its inhabitants. Its layered spaces invite exploration, promising a visually stunning experience at every turn.
Located in Matosinhos, Portugal, Casa da Fonte Velha is a contemporary family home designed by Martins Pimenta – Arquitetura e Construção. This project, completed in 2023, focuses on creating a harmonious living space that seamlessly integrates with the outdoors, providing a perfect environment for hosting friends and family.
Welcome Beyond‘s Monte das Casolas in Grândola, Portugal, offers a serene escape with five thoughtfully designed cabins, each immersed in nature and providing a sense of privacy. Ideal for families, these 100-square-metre dwellings feature three bedrooms and are strategically oriented to prevent direct visibility between neighbors.
Complementing the cabins, the project also includes a refurbished historic house and a repurposed stone animal shelter, now serving as a versatile yoga shala and a private rental property.
In Porto, Portugal, the Em Paralelo architecture firm has unveiled its new 110m2 office space, seamlessly blending design, memory, and family ties. Designed in 2023, this office project, titled “On the Balcony,” pays homage to the firm’s founder’s late father, who played a pivotal role in the firm’s inception. By integrating the concept of “interior design” into their architectural vision, Em Paralelo has created a versatile, welcoming workspace that encourages creativity, collaboration, and contemplation.
DP Arquitectos‘ Casa Na Romeira in Santarém, Portugal, is a captivating house that seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings. Designed in 2023, this residential project aims to model the very place it occupies on the periphery of Romeira. By embracing the existing landscape, the design creates a humanized and concrete living space, structuring it with meaning and purpose to provide a visually compelling reference point within the urban and rural context.
