For years, Portugal has quietly built a reputation among architects and designers as a leader in innovation. The country has been working hard to attract the best creative minds in an effort to develop a thriving artistic community. So, it’s no wonder one of the world’s most stunning new residences was built by Portuguese architectural […]
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Most CovetED Architecture Projects: House in Monsaraz, A Wonder in Midst Alequeva
Lisbon-based firm aires Mateus has completed an almost invisible house in close proximity to the alqueva lake in southern Portugal. Secrets From Portugal brings you ‘house in monsaraz’, which was completed for a private client, is topped with a green roof that appears as an extension of the surrounding landscape. the property measures just 174 […]
Best Architecture Projects: Discover Agrela House by Spaceworkers
Best Architecture Projects: Discover Agrela House by Spaceworkers ♦ Secrets From Portugal brings you all about this amazing project, a simetria vertical project that started back in 2014 and was made for being a house for books. This challenge started with a premise from the client: space for many books. Immediately, our imaginary guided us […]
Casa Altinho Overlooks Lisbon Waterfront With Nestin Volumes Of Delicate Brickwork
Casa Altinho Overlooks Lisbon Waterfront With Nestin Volumes Of Delicate Brickwork ♦ Antonio Costa Lima Arquitectos presents Casa Altinho, a project marked by its minimal, nesting geometries and expressive materiality. With consideration for its context, the house is named for its altitude — situated along the waterfront of Lisbon overlooking both the river and the […]
Portuguese Architect, Siza Vieira, Built A Tower In New York
Portuguese Architect, Siza Vieira, Built A Tower In New York ♦ Due to the narrow site, the Portuguese architect has designed the condominium to rise 450 feet (137 metres), which he admits is fairly short in comparison to other high-rises in the city. The 37-storey tower comprises two volumes, with a larger block forming the […]
Best Architecture Projects: Discover Michelango Inspiration In A Lisbon Atelier
Best Architecture Projects: Discover Michelango Inspiration In A Lisbon Atelier ♦ In this building, the studio space of architect Manuel Aires Mateus, bourgeois urban characteristics of the late 18th and 19th centuries are recognized. This project is a restoration, which in addition to the workspace also opens doors to an exhibition space, reaffirming a sharing […]
Best Architecture Projects: All About Zauia House by Mário Martins Atelier
Best Architecture Projects: All About Zauia House by Mário Martins Atelier ♦ Emerging from a gently rolling hill in the Algarve region of southern Portugal is the casa zauia designed by Portuguese studio Mario martins atelier. The home is a direct translation of the various design restrictions present in this area while posing as a […]
Architectural Design: The Best Architecture Projects
Architectural Design: The Best Architecture Projects ♦ Portugal is filled with amazing architectural pieces that will dazzle any design and architecture lover. Here you can take a trip back in time, starting in the Roman period and ending with contemporary buildings. Let yourself be swept away by the lingering beauty of Portuguese buildings, and […]
Joana Vasconcelos And Roche Bobois, The Partnership Of The Year
Joana Vasconcelos And Roche Bobois, The Partnership Of The Year ♦ Joana Vasconcelos have partnered with the French brand Roche Bobois. The furniture collection is inspired by some of the brands most known products such as the Mah Jonh sofa. The Portuguese artist has reinterpreted six of the famous pieces of Roche Bobois maintaining their essence. […]
‘Foz Housing’ Is The Most Recent Project By dEMMM Arquitectura
‘Foz Housing’ Is The Most Recent Project By dEMMM Arquitectura ♦ Foz Housing is a residential building with four apartments on five floors. Located in Foz do the Douro, Porto has the perfect view of the Atlantic Ocean. Follow Secrets From Portugal and discover more about this stunning project. ♦ Discover ‘Foz Housing’ by dEMM […]