House Espinho (Portugal)
Signature Architecture | 710 sqm Built Area | 1.000 sqm Plot | Privacy, Scale, and Timeless ConsistencyLocated in a quiet residential area of Anta, Espinho, this detached four-front villa represents a rare opportunity for those seeking more than just a home: it offers clarity in decision-making, construction quality, and genuine living space.Designed by Óscar Morado, an architect from the renowned Porto School of Architecture, this residence reflects the balance between modernist rigor and timeless functionality, enhancing natural light and the nobility of materials — the hallmark of an architect who shaped the urban landscape with elegance.Set on an approximately 1.000 sqm plot and offering a gross construction area of 710 sqm (430 sqm private area + 280 sqm dependent area), the property presents a scale rarely found in today’s market and increasingly difficult to replicate.Just minutes from Espinho beach, with quick access to the A29 and A1 motorways, the villa allows efficient connections to Porto (approximately 25 minutes) and Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (approximately 30 minutes), balancing accessibility with privacy.Construction Defined by Criteria, Not ImpressionFrom the moment of entry, the double-height entrance hall introduces the logic behind the project: spaciousness, light, and functional organization.From a construction perspective, this villa is not based on appearance alone. It is supported by objective criteria:• Built in 1996, with close and demanding supervision by the owner• Thicker walls, providing superior thermal and acoustic insulation• High-quality window frames• Central heating system• Energy certification: B-A solid, consistent structure validated by time, where comfort is not only visible, but measurable in daily living.The property is in excellent condition, with original reserve materials still available, reinforcing the continuous care and preventive maintenance invested throughout the years.Layout Designed for Real Living.The distribution of the house is not only generous, but intelligently planned.On the ground floor, the social areas are clearly divided:• Main living room with 47 sqm, designed for family gatherings• Secondary living room with 28 sqm, offering a more private everyday setting• Fully equipped kitchen with Miele appliances, functional and directly connected to the outdoor areaHere, space is not excessive. It serves a purpose.Outdoor Area as an Extension of the Home.Outside, the property takes on another dimension:• Large and sheltered garden• Swimming pool with exceptional privacy• Traditional outdoor kitchen with wood-fired oven and stove• Support area with laundry room and changing facilitiesAn environment designed for entertaining, slowing down, and enjoying outdoor living with the same level of quality found indoors.Private Area with Coherence and Attention to Detail.On the upper floor, the consistency of the project continues:• Two spacious bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and balcony access• Full bathroom supporting the bedrooms• Master suite with 28 sqm + private bathroomThe master bathroom stands out through the application of natural stone in a continuous bookmatch pattern, creating a refined and distinctive visual identity.A detail that does not seek attention, it confirms standards.Basement with Real Functional Value.The basement adds genuine versatility to the property:• Lounge area with 60 sqm and fireplace with heat recovery system• Garage with 125 sqm• Supporting bathroom• Storage areaA flexible space adaptable to different needs without compromising the organization of the house.A Property Designed for Those Who Value:• Space with purpose• Solid construction quality• Privacy• Decisions based on clarity, not impulseMore than evaluating through photographs, this is a property that should be understood within the right context.Schedule your private viewing and assess the elements that truly influence a secure and informed decision.
… $1,384,400
By Annonceur International
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