A small village in Syntra, Portugal, set in the succulent area of Galamres, it is more than a place to live a minimum home, it is an individual milestone for the architect. Vasco Lima MayorStill designed as a student, it was his first independent commission, making it both intimate and deeply making it. Every decision was shaped by the surrounding mountains, resulting in a house that embraces a quiet simplicity and a deep relationship for nature.
By road, the house appears to be a modest, single-level housing. But this is a clever illusion. Half of the house sinks in the sloping area, allowing it to reconcile with the landscape rather than dominating. Thin lines and minimal details increase their sense of calm durability, as if it has always been part of the mountain. The subtle architecture of Vasco Lima Mayor is clear throughout the hand, in favor of timeless on the form of attention.
Set between golden grass and wildflower, the simple pool looks like a cool return. Its clean edges are found with landscape, causing water still appear and is reflective, a peaceful place for hot afternoon and slow sunset.
The part of the environmental sensitivity of the house lies in its almost invisible green roof. Looked at the top, it is mixed in vegetation, softening the infection between architecture and settings. It reduces visual effects by assisting with living roof thermal regulation.
The front door of rich wood brings heat and artistry for minimal penetration, with its sculpture handle. A round window adds a sign of curiosity, allows the soft light to spread and creates a feeling of reception.
The main living places are still quiet. Incense fills food and living space, draws the landscape to daily life. Hot wooden tones add tenderness, while a glass table keeps the room light and open.
Large slipping glass panels blur the border between the inside and outside, sometimes transforming the changing landscape into a living background, while a chimney in the living room adds heat to the space.
The kitchen continues to calm the palette of cool, natural materials, where a food nook feels both modern and warm, is set against the pel wood cabinetry with a colored stool of rust and a sculpture white table.
Near the kitchen, a light -filled laundry and the pantry room feel beautifully arranged, with wooden shelves and cabinets that keep everything calm and streamlined. Thoughtful baskets and glass jars line open storage, adding a touch of rustic attraction while being practical.
By connecting two levels, the stairs follow the slope of the area. Their simplicity and subtlety align with the overall intentions of the house, to serve as a disinterested link between spaces.
The bedroom has a continuation of the built-in bedside tables, open shelving and a desk with a desk to calm down, while large windows attract nature.
The bathroom touches embrace simplicity that defines the rest of the house. Soft light and natural tones define the bathroom, where creamy walls, yellow wood, and smooth concrete make a grounded cool. A large window pulls out on the road, cool, untoward makes space for the morning.
There is a look at floor plans for home here.
Originally inherent in the Syntra landscape, this house is a quiet victory of student vision, architectural discipline and deep environmental honor.
