Amidst a mountainous severity, a small stream river cuts its presence. Time and climate – the ultimate artisans. From this panorama, large blocks of sawn local granite appear, sheltering a small house. Just like the river, this house represents a (brief) moment of “reconciliation” with Nature.
Project name
House in Ribeira dos Moinhos
Architecture firm
João Cepeda Architect
Location
Castelo Branco, Portugal
Tools used
AutoCAD, 3D Max Studio, Adobe Photoshop, V-Ray
Principal architect
João Cepeda
Collaborators
•Interior design: João Cepeda• Landscape: João Cepeda • Materials: Granite Stone, Concrete, Steel, Wood, Microcement • Budget: 1 000 000 €
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Residential › Housing
The Industrial Building in Viana do Castelo project consists of a new industrial unit in Lanheses, Viana do Castelo, and is made up of two apparently autonomous volumes with different heights. The first volume - a large industrial/warehousing/technical area with a canopy protecting the shipping area.
Project name
BW II - Edifício Industrial em Viana do Castelo
Architecture firm
Multiprojectus
Location
Lanheses, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
João Pinto de Sousa
Collaborators
António Sousa, Fernanda Araújo
Structural engineer
Multiprojectus
Landscape
Lanheses, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
Construction
Garcia Garcia, S.A.
Typology
Commercial › Office Building, Mixed-use Development
Between exposure and enclosure, the house works on 3 fronts, 3 meter slope and organizes 3 floors plus an attic. The upper volume functions as a white monolith with excavations that expose a wooden interior. A basement fused into the topography supports it.
Project name
Casa Forca-Vouga
Architecture firm
RVDM Arquitectos
Location
Rua da Guiné Bissau, Aveiro, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Ricardo Vieira de Melo
Collaborators
Filipe Coelho; Ana Silva; Mical Pinheiro; Rui Figueiredo; André Verde
Structural engineer
DaVinci, Lda
Construction
Savecol + PH Puzzle House
Typology
Residential › House
A Historic Gem in the Heart of Évora: 2-Bedroom Renovated House with Stunning Land and Expansion Potential is now available for sale with Fantastic Frank Lisbon.
Written by
Fantastic Frank Lisbon
Photography
Fantastic Frank Lisbon
A stunning new four-bedroom minimalist home designed by acclaimed architect Pedro Domingos is set to become a standout property in the Algarve’s luxury real estate market. Currently under construction and scheduled for completion in early 2025.
Written by
Fantastic Frank Lisbon
Photography
Francisco Nogueira
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.
Written by
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
