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JOANA ARANHA Q & A
Could you name and describe the area where the house is located ?
This penthouse is on the wonderful sun coast in Portugal . Surrounded by gardens and sea .
Could you describe the layout ? ( size in square meters , open plan , number of bedrooms , bathroom etc .)
This house is made up of about 600m2 . It is divided into a living room with a very high ceiling , a family room , a guest bathroom , a kitchen and pantry area , a library in the mezzanine , 3 bedroom suites and the master suite . In addition to all this , wide and spacious balconies overlooking the sea wrap around the building .
Were there any special requests from the homeowners , and if so , how did you answer to the requests in the final design ?
The clients wanted a house that was totally family oriented . A space of unity , not forgetting the individuality of each one . The requirement was fulfilled throughout the house , with small details making each one special .
What was the inspiration behind the project ?
The inspiration was the family themselves and their experiences . The site itself , and the surrounding environment which feels like a city on the beach also influenced our choices .
What type of materials did you decide to use in this project , and why ?
Once again , natural materials … are part of us , part of our choices . The wood , the natural stone of the fireplaces , the linen and silk in its trim . The charm of antique pieces found all over the world . And of course , the hand plastered walls and ceilings throughout the house .
How would you define the style of this home ?
We would say that in terms of style the house is clearly eclectic , with a refined and elegant touch .
What type of colors did you decide to use in this house , and why ?
The house called us to blue . A light blue similar to the one that the amazing view gives us throughout the day . This blue is present in the doors and in many of the thoughtful details . But the main base is white . The whites and beiges in various materials mix with the black and white of some pieces , bringing a relaxed feeling .