Tag: Ivo Tavares

Schist and concrete shouldn't work together. Yet here, at 1,200 meters above sea level in Portugal's Serra da Estrela Natural Park, this unconventional pairing...

Architecture usually favors the young or the ambitious. Most clients build homes to raise families or to signal status. However, the clients behind Casa...

Radical simplicity demands courage in modern architecture. A minimalist white house often risks appearing sterile or overly exposed to the outside world. However, the recent project...

Minimalism often risks becoming sterile, yet Casa dos Sobreiros II proves that rigorous geometry can yield profound warmth. Photographed by Ivo Tavares, Urbanpolis –...

Modern architecture often struggles to find its place within wild landscapes. We frequently see structures that dominate their surroundings rather than embracing them. However,...

Urban fragmentation often leaves deep scars on a city's character. Ponto C – Cultura e Criatividade heals these divides within Penafiel effectively. This structure...

The practice of architecture is never a truly fresh start. There is always a context, a memory, or a lingering emotion that shapes the...

In the sun-drenched plains of Alentejo, Portugal, a quiet architectural revolution is unfolding. Architects increasingly turn their attention to the region's rich vernacular, not...

In the landscape of contemporary architecture, a quiet but powerful statement is being made. It moves away from fleeting trends, instead fostering a deep...

The Alcoutins House by Paulo Martins Arquitectura e Design presents a masterful solution to a complex challenge. It stands as a profound statement on...

As our cities keep changing and reshaping themselves, the conversation around architectural preservation versus innovation has never been more critical. The Vila Catarina Apartments,...

In the heart of Aveiro, Portugal, a city celebrated for its charming canals and rich history, a new architectural landmark is redefining the urban...