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Portugal House by Arquitectos

Claire Sullivan - Saturday, September 12, 2009

This house in Vila Nova Gaia, Portugal designed by architecture firm Arquitectos Anonimos and Paulo Teodosio was made on a site area of 320 square metres. At a mere 90 square metres, the brief included manipulating the interior space and terrace so that it allowed for a view of the sea. The interior is focused around a central communication corridor. The dark phenolic plywood of the exterior provides what the architects call a ''spacesuite'' that protects the home owners from the realities of the outside world. The design spans three levels of living. It's a good example of compact living at its most stylish.

To see more of the architects' work go here.