While often inspired by universal concepts, contemporary architecture is significantly more influenced by local context. Modern architecture in Portugal is no exception. Whether subtle or pronounced, regional influences and vernacular architecture leave their mark on these contemporary dwellings, marking them as distinctly independent from even similar international designs. From modern architecture in Lisbon to houses in the countryside or contemporary beach houses, the architectural projects included on this page are created by the country’s most talented architects and designers.
In small villages or in the middle of nature, modern architecture in Portugal takes its place alongside traditional houses or in idyllic settings. These dwellings may draw inspiration from agricultural buildings or they may mirror the wild landscape that surrounds them. Natural stone and solid wood are frequently used to create contemporary volumes, but architects also use bold colors, concrete, and rusted steel to bring architectural gems to life. Some houses blend into the landscape with natural colors. Others stand proudly with vibrant facades, becoming landmarks in secluded, monotone landscapes. However, inside their living spaces, these houses bring hints of tradition and modern living together, either in obvious or in more subtle ways.
Modern architecture in Lisbon often celebrates the past and the city’s heritage. In Portugal’s capital, buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries, previously left abandoned, now get a new lease at life. Architects transform old, forgotten structures into contemporary spaces that pay homage to history. Carefully restored original features appear alongside designer furniture. Rough natural stone walls get a coat of white paint that still lets the textures of the material to shine through, while arched doorways lead to open terraces that offer striking views of Lisbon.
An old warehouse transformed into an open-plan, spacious living room and kitchen. Located in an industrial part of Porto, Portugal,…
A duplex apartment redesigned with bright spaces and a new sequence of programs that follows the needs of modern lifestyles.…
Unfurling 450 Square Meters of Raw Elegance Amidst Guardenha’s Natural Splendor Picture a setting where modern architectural creativity converges with…
A traditional stone building, transformed into a modern retreat that celebrates the site's architectural and cultural heritage. Nestled in a…
An architectural project that weaves a thread between past, present and future on the beach of Esmoriz, Portugal. Offering a…
Four concrete houses that invite guests to lose themselves in a spectacular coastal landscape. Located in Serra de Grândola, near…
A minimalist house designed with three entrances and an interior garden. Built on a steep street in Santa Marinha, in…
A house designed with vertically organized living spaces and an angular staircase that unfolds like origami. Located on Rua Cunha…
An L-shaped house designed with a concrete roof that opens over a circular courtyard. Located in the small village of…
The transformation of a protected building in Porto's historic center. ATA Atelier has collaborated with architect Vítor Fernandes to complete…
A creatively refurbished and redesigned listed house in Portugal. Named House around a Chimney, this project completed by Fala Atelier…
An elegant home designed with angular spaces arranged around a circular patio. Located in the historic center of the Ansião…
An old granary transformed into a cozy retreat in a lush Portuguese landscape. Set in a verdant setting in Arouca,…
A cream-colored house designed with interior patios and a lush garden. Located in Ílhavo, Portugal, this contemporary house occupies an…
A compact cabin designed with an asymmetric geometry to accommodate an existing chestnut tree. Built around a mature chestnut tree,…
A project that takes inspiration from a famous painting. Built in a lush garden in Porto, Portugal, this house extension…
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