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Windowless House in Portugal by Aires Mateus & Associados

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Located in Leiria, Portugal, this unique minimalist white house was designed by architects firm Aires Mateus & Associados.

“The private areas are at street level under the plot, around a central courtyard with rooms opening to private patios in a intimate environment.

The living rooms are around a void, that collects light from above and gazes the castle at the city center.”



Photos by: Fernando Guerra, Sergio Guerra
Source: Archdaily

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About Eric Meunier

Currently the Owner and Chief Executive of HODYO Design, Eric Meunier's expertise in the design industry spreads over 20 years. He was the driving force behind HomeDSGN's early success, founding this website in 2011. Today, he loves to channel his passion for design into remodeling houses and transforming interior spaces with his keen eye for detail and architectural finesse. Learn more about HomeDSGN's Editorial Process.

2 thoughts on “Windowless House in Portugal by Aires Mateus & Associados”

  1. I can ‘get’ the windowless and underground elements – that’s no problem – but, HOW do these people actually LIVE?

    There are beds for sleeping – I see tables for eating, I’m sure there are appliances for preparing food – but, There Is More to Life than that! Do they read – do they have hobbies – do they Create Anything? This house is naked, BARE and without SOUL.

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