In Portugal's Douro Valley, a Modern Renovation Revitalizes an Old Farmhouse
Paris-based interior designer Pierre Yovanovitch was tapped to turn a 19th-century dwelling into a winery and hotel, one that balanced contemporary and rustic design.
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A Dramatic Glass-and-Concrete Interior Spreads Light Throughout This Lisbon Dwelling
The building's full-height void is defined by three partial floors that gradually increase in size—a configuration that resembles architectural cross-section.
Using Local Craft and Materials, a Lisbon Office Roots Itself in the Surrounding City
When designing a new home for a company's Lisbon office, local firm Pedra Silva Arquitectos deployed Portuguese ceramics and wool to create a homey, relaxed, flexible-use workplace.
Portugal's MAAT Museum a Monument to Corporate Ego
The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT) in Lisbon, by Amanda Levete, may be a jewel, but it shows a complete and utter disregard for its context.
Rui Alves Brings a Craftsman's Eye to Contemporary Design
The Portuguese designer is also a consummate craftsman, building his own finely detailed but thoroughly modern furniture.
