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An Imperfect House
It was in July 2021 that the adventure of this project began, a project that holds a special place in our hearts. We drew a circle on the...
Alfa
13 hours ago4 min read


More Than Form: The Creative Process in Architecture
At Alfa, we believe architecture doesn’t start with form — it starts with listening. Each project emerges from a deep understanding of people and place, blending intuition, technique, and vision. More than designing buildings, we design ways of living — with imagination, responsibility, and a long-term commitment to the future.
Alfa
Jun 42 min read


Ruins with a Future: (Re)converting for Soulful Tourism
There are places that seem forgotten — silent, fragmented by time. And there are projects that bring them back to life with respect,...
Alfa
May 271 min read


From Land to Experience: How to Transform a Landscape into a Sustainable Tourism Project
Tourism is no longer just about the destination — it’s about the experience. And more than ever, that experience begins long before arrival: it begins with the land itself — in how it’s built, respected, and inhabited.
Alfa
May 201 min read


Turning Ruins into Retreats: What to Consider Before Buying and Renovating an Old House
Discover what it takes to transform an old house into a unique retreat. From structural assessments to creative vision, this guide walks you through the key steps of a sensitive and inspiring renovation.
Alfa
May 142 min read


NEW STUDIO
We started 2024 at a new address. With the team growing, we decided to look for a new space. We found a place in the same neighbourhood...
Alfa
Jan 31, 20241 min read


7 years have passed since the beginning of this journey
In October 2016, following a silent yet compelling instinct, I bid farewell to the previous project I had helped create, to embark on a...
Afonso Almeida Fernandes
Oct 6, 20232 min read


Floods in Lisbon and the importance of good urbanization policies
Lisbon was built on top of rivers, without proper architectural and urban planning. Flood scenarios are inevitable.
Alfa
Dec 16, 20222 min read


Cold houses in winter and warm in summer. How to solve?
Today there is a wide range of solutions for heating and cooling homes, which cans start with the materials chosen.
Alfa
Dec 9, 20223 min read


“IN Portugal, we have an emotional and nurturing connection with ceramics”
The place gives many clues, in which I am inspired to do each specific project. The relationship with the architect, the dialogue...
Alfa
Nov 25, 20224 min read


2023: what to expect next year?
We must look at the approaching new year with fresh eyes and rolled up sleeves. There is always hope and work to do be done.
Afonso Almeida Fernandes
Nov 17, 20222 min read


6 years serving architecture
Inspired by everything we have already done and by the wonderful team we have, we look to the future with hope.
Afonso Almeida Fernandes
Nov 4, 20222 min read


267 years of the gaiola pombalina
The Gaiola Pombalina is a typical Portuguese construction element, which guarantees a good capacity of resistance to seismic action.
Alfa
Oct 31, 20222 min read


5 tips for when you are going to build a house
In the more technical and personal parts, a good project coordination team, namely an architecture team, can help throughout the process.
Alfa
Oct 24, 20223 min read


what you should consider when buying a house
In addition toanalysing specific documents, it is also essential to pay attention to tax analysis.
Inês Azevedo
Oct 11, 20223 min read


in october, we celebrate architecture
The International Union of Architects dedicated the month of October to “Architecture for well-being”, with several initiatives
Alfa
Oct 11, 20222 min read


benefits of building your own home
While there are numerous benefits to building your own home, we can highlight five main ones for you to consider when you are ready.
Alfa
Sep 30, 20223 min read


The necessary reconstruction after the fires
Every year, we continue to see this misfortune haunting all who live in forest and bush regions.
Afonso Almeida Fernandes
Sep 23, 20222 min read


Architecture to me is understanding the present
What I'm passionate about about architecture is its evolution and its characteristics and impositions in the way we live and inhabit.
Maria Francisca Guimarães
Jun 24, 20223 min read


the challenges of sustainable architecture
If, in one hand, the curricular plans in universities do not include areas dedicated to sustainable architecture, on the other hand,...
Afonso Almeida Fernandes
Jun 6, 20223 min read
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