The Dovecote House, located in Soutelo, Portugal, is an old structure transformed and reimagined by AZO – Sequeira Arquitectos Associados. This renovation brings a touch of magic and creativity to a family home by converting the former dovecote into a playful retreat for children and a poolside balneary.
Designed by Manuel Aires Mateus, and completed in 2015, this house is located on the edge of a small chain of hills. Set in relative isolation, it sits above the village of Melides and the lack of neighbouring houses allows for unobstructed views of the ocean, which are particularly magnificent at sunset.
Gateira is a hamlet placed on a beautiful hill planted with vineyards, pines and olive trees with splendid views over the southern tip of Serra da Estrela, the highest point in mainland Portugal. The clients – a British couple – wanted a second home to give them space, open air and silence, in contrast to their life in London.
This Estoril house was built in 1923 and is owned by the Portuguese architect Ricardo Morena, who faced one of the most difficult tasks for an architect, namely to redesign his own house. He aimed to enhance the sense of freedom and better connect the interior with the exterior.
