Located in the quaint town of Grândola, Portugal, the Melides House by José Adrião Architects is a stunning example of modern architecture seamlessly blending with the surrounding countryside. This single-family residence, designed in 2023, features a thoughtful layout that maximizes natural light and ventilation, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience.
The property’s unique characteristics, including its origins as a forester’s or farmer’s retreat, have been skillfully incorporated into the design, preserving the essence of the site while elevating it with contemporary sensibilities.

About Melides
Nestled within the sparsely populated plains of Grândola, Portugal, the Melides house by José Adrião Architects stands as a stunning testament to modern design in harmony with its picturesque surroundings. Adhering to strict land management regulations, the architects have crafted a residence that beautifully reinterprets the traditional structures once found on this countryside plot. Exterior Elegance: Embracing the Landscape
The home’s exterior presents a captivating interplay of clean, geometric forms and the lush, natural environment. Crisp, white volumes rise up from the sandy terrain, punctuated by strategic openings that frame striking views of the distant pine forest and the clear, azure sky above. A sleek, rectangular pool reflects the building’s minimalist aesthetic, creating a serene oasis amidst the arid ...