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A Beach House in Portugal Goes Modern

With views of the ocean, this beach house in Portugal went through a remodel by santiago | Interior Design Studio to transform the interior into a more modern home with updated finishes. The house spans three floors with the kitchen, living room, a bathroom, and a guest bedroom being on the main level. One floor up, there’s a master bedroom and a TV room with access to the terrace. There’s also a rooftop terrace with spectacular ocean views.

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The kitchen is outfitted with a sliding counter that moves back and forth accommodate multiple functions.

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Cool greys are paired with warm woods to create a harmonious and sophisticated space.

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Once the garage, the TV room becomes a cozy space to relax and watch movies.

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In the master bedroom, the bed appears to float above the floor.

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Caroline Williamson is the former Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk and a writer with a passion for modern design, architecture, and creative culture. She holds a BFA in photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, solving New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or curating Spotify playlists.