This residence is located on a sloped plot within a golf course. With a seven-meter difference in level, it stands out for its sculptural roof: a folded surface of asymmetrical gable forms, clad in zinc on the outside and walnut on the inside. This difference in height also shapes the spatial layout.
Its irregular folds create a unique rhythm, functioning as both roof and skylight, allowing natural light to filter through wooden slats and offering poetic glimpses of the sky.
From the pool terrace overlooking the landscape to the balconies that extend the view, the house blends privacy with openness, creating a constant dialogue between interior, exterior, and horizon.
The main entrance is located on the upper level, while the lowest floor houses the parking and technical areas, providing direct access to the green. Private areas are positioned on the intermediate level.
The house opens toward the landscape and shields itself from neighboring views. A lateral terrace—home to the pool—and a series of balconies define the project’s architectural gesture: fluid, open spaces with blurred limits that reflect the clients’ vision of a freer, more connected way of living.
Crowning the house is a roof inspired by Portuguese rural architecture, tropical vegetation, and a relaxed lifestyle. It unfolds as a folded surface of gabled forms, clad in zinc on the outside and walnut on the inside. Strategically placed openings in its geometry offer poetic, filtered views of the sky through wooden slats.
Social areas are located on the entry level and connect seamlessly with the main terrace through a large recessed opening. Bedrooms and suites are placed on the level below, where a more subdued entrance enhances the visual and emotional impact of the views over the golf course.
A restrained material palette—white plaster and ipê wood outdoors, microcement and walnut indoors— emphasizes the balance between architecture, atmosphere, and the natural setting.
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Project name: Alcoutins House
Architecture Office: Paulo Martins Arquitectura e Design
Main Architect: Paulo Martins
Architectural Photographer: Ivo Tavares Studio
Location: Lisboa, Portugal
Year of conclusion: 2024
Total area: 375 m2
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