The Glass House, an eco-retreat built from upcycled materials, offers a unique opportunity for buyers looking for a sustainable and luxurious getaway. Set on an expansive 6-hectare plot amidst the pristine natural landscape of Comporta, this eco-friendly property is a rare gem in one of Europe’s most exclusive and sought-after destinations.
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Fantastic Frank Lisbon
Photography
Fantastic Frank Lisbon
Inception Architects Studio: This contemporary house features a unique cellar visible underfoot.
Located in the parish of Barreiros, Amares, HC House is set in a landscape marked by the serenity of nature, where architecture blends with the lush green of the countryside. This project reflects respect for the surrounding environment, while introd...
Architecture firm
Inception Architects Studio
Location
Barreiros, Amares – Braga, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Structural engineer
Cividaco – Engenharia e Serviços
Typology
Residential › House
Located in the Liceu neighborhood, Aveiro, in the intersection of Rua de São Sebastião and Avenida de Oita, a plot of land with a vacant house was awaiting urban redevelopment.
Architecture firm
GRAU.ZERO Arquitectura
Location
Aveiro, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Sérgio Manuel Nobre
Collaborators
Joana Barbedo, Rui Pacheco, Paula Pereira
Structural engineer
J.pino – Engenharia Lda
Construction
Brisa de ieias, Lda
Supervision
Rogério Silva
Typology
Residential › Apartments
Nuno Nascimento Architecture: Nestled in the heart of Arroios, Lisbon, Apartment RL is a recently completed residential renovation project that exudes serenity and charm. This two-bedroom haven boasts a tranquil oasis in its backyard, providing a perfect escape from the bustling city life.
Project name
Apartment RL
Architecture firm
Nuno Nascimento Architecture
Location
Arroios, Lisbon, Portugal
Photography
Francisco Nogueira
Principal architect
Nuno Nascimento
Collaborators
Marcelo Ribas, Arcelindo Gomes, Anabela Antunes
Environmental & MEP engineering
Typology
Residential › Apartment
A subtle shift in the volume reveals the entrance to this house. The GD house is located in an urban area of Torres Novas, on a plot of land with an area of around 21 640.00 m2 and a construction area of 372.00 m2.
Project name
GD House (Casa GD)
Architecture firm
Adarq - André David Arquitecto
Location
Torres Novas, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
André David
Collaborators
Andreia Teixeira, Jessica Duarte
Structural engineer
Eng. Helder F. | Eng. André B.
Landscape
Adarq – André David Arquitecto
Lighting
Adarq – André David Arquitecto
Construction
Construções Saldanha e Alves, Lda
Typology
Residential › House
StudioCAN: The health center that is a "star of life" in blue concrete.
The new Moreira de Cónegos Health Center, in Guimarães from a volumetric point of view, is based on the shape of a “star of life”, an international symbol for medical services and equipment, clearly identifiable with the public health function.
Project name
Centro de Sáude de Moreira de Cónegos
Architecture firm
StudioCAN
Location
Rua do Bacelo, Moreira de Cónegos, Guimarães, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Ricardo Bastos Areias, Miguel Borges da Costa
Collaborators
Fluids Engineering: PROJEGUI-Projectos de Construção Civil de Guimarães Lda. Thermal Engineering: CLE, Lda
Interior design
StudioCAN
Structural engineer
PROJEGUI-Projectos de Construção Civil de Guimarães Lda
Landscape
JAG - Arquitetura Paisagista
Lighting
SAMPAIO Engenharia Electrotecnica
Supervision
PROSPECTIVA, S.A
Construction
NVE engenharias, S.A.
Typology
Healthcare Architecture
A short distance from Porto's metro line, we find a periphery where the past and present intertwine. In this region, ancient centers coexist with recent housing developments, whose designs, often anonymous, prioritize the construction of single-family homes.
Project name
LBlack House
Architecture firm
M2 Senos Arquitectos
Location
Leça do Balio, Matosinhos, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Ricardo Senos, Sofia Senos
Structural engineer
Pedro Festas
Construction
Construtora de Loureiro, Lda
Typology
Residential › House
Paulo Martins Arquitectura & Design: Mercantel, the restaurant in Aveiro inspired by the richness of the Mediterranean. The Mercantel Restaurant is a 50-year-old establishment located at Cais dos Mercantéis in Aveiro. Recently, under new management, it was decided to refurbish and adapt this space to a new contemporary reality, giving it a renewed...
Project name
Restaurante Mercantel (Mercantel Restaurant)
Architecture firm
Paulo Martins Arquitectura & Design
Location
Aveiro, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Paulo Martins
Construction
DTLA Construções
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
