This project, noteworthy for its innovative approach and sustainable living, was shortlisted for the 2022 Building of the Year award.

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Perched atop the hills of Melides, with breathtaking panoramic views of the entire Serra de Grândola, Casa Monte da Caliça is a modern interpretation of the traditional 'monte,' serving as a farmer's retreat after a day in the fields.

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This home was designed to be fully energy self-sufficient, harnessing solar energy for climate control through underfloor heating and cooled ceiling panels, and using photovoltaic energy for electrical consumption.

 

The design and approval process, spanning precisely one year, seamlessly led to the construction phase, which was completed within the same timeframe despite its remote location.