Almoinhas House

Located in Almoinhas Velhas, within the municipality of Cascais, Casa de Almoinhas explores a contemporary approach to residential architecture, seeking to establish a balanced relationship between the built form, the site's topography and the surrounding landscape.

The proposal is organised through a composition of horizontal volumes and simple geometric forms, following the natural configuration of the terrain and connecting across different levels. Textured ceramic cladding, combined with more neutral surfaces and timber elements, gives coherence and character to the architectural composition, establishing a dialogue between materiality, light and shadow.

The spatial organisation prioritises the relationship between the different areas of the house and its natural surroundings. Courtyards, terraces and transitional spaces create a variety of outdoor living environments, while ensuring privacy and visual continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces.

The landscape design plays a structuring role in the project, connecting the architecture with the existing stone walls, changes in ground levels and landscaped areas. The preservation and enhancement of these elements contribute to the natural integration of the house into its setting, reinforcing the identity of the place.

The project ultimately seeks to establish a sense of continuity between architecture and landscape, where spatial organisation, materiality and integration with the terrain contribute to a residential experience defined by tranquillity, privacy and a close connection to nature.