A Luminous Lisbon Apartment With a Secret Garden Lists for €1.6M
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The airy dwelling is centered around a sun-kissed courtyard complete with tall trees and walls of glass.
Now up for grabs in Lisbon, Portugal, is a striking dwelling nestled in the coveted Príncipe Real neighborhood. Measuring over 2,600 square feet, the historic home was recently reimagined as an urban oasis by award-winning firm Aires Mateus.
Known as the Patio House, the home features a private courtyard which can be seen immediately upon entry. Custom cabinetry spans the wall, including an open, built-in shelving unit.
Photo by Francisco Nogueira for Fantastic Frank
Broad archways add a splash of drama to the chic, minimalist interiors.
Photo by Francisco Nogueira for Fantastic Frank
Príncipe Real is anchored by a lush park—and the same is true of this three-bedroom property, which rests on the ground floor of an old building hidden amidst cobblestone streets and narrow alleys. The heart of the home is an internal courtyard that fills the minimalist interiors with daylight.ff
"The interior patio brings warm light to all divisions of the house, while the tall trees bring another natural element inside," says listing agent Mariana Gama.
In the courtyard, tall trees stretch toward the sun.
Photo by Francisco Nogueira for Fantastic Frank
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