The project aimed at the design of a small development consisting of four plots for individual houses, which could be customized by the future owners. The premises for this project were quite clear: to prioritize the site's views, preserve the existing tree cover, and ensure privacy between plots.

O terreno apresentava duas características essenciais que determinaram toda a abordagem ao projeto, nomeadamente a mancha arbórea existente constituída por carvalhos e sobreiros e a morfologia com uma inclinação bastante acentuada.

Since it was a subdivision, one of the objectives was also to enhance the urban space in front of the plots. With that in mind, the development included a landscaped area belonging to each plot, adjacent to the public space and preceding the boundary wall.

The front yard of the west-facing plots, adjacent to the access road, is dedicated to pedestrian and vehicle access for each house, framed by small gardens and reflecting pools.

The approach to the individual house design involved creating “L”-shaped homes to provide maximum natural light from the east and south, while placing a solid north-facing wall to preserve the owners’ privacy. This design created a large outdoor area where a swimming pool and leisure amenities were introduced, such as a barbecue zone, outdoor furniture space, and garden area. To better capture natural light inside each home, internal landscaped courtyards were created.

Each house includes all necessary living spaces on a single floor. However, considering the terrain’s topography, a basement level was proposed to accommodate additional living areas tailored to each owner's lifestyle.

From this underground level, it is possible to access a small natural grove of existing oaks and cork oaks, which in a way becomes a highlight of the project.

In terms of materials, raw and natural elements were used, such as exposed concrete, corten steel, and schist masonry. The combination of these materials and their textures, together with the reflecting pools and the dense green surroundings of the woodland, creates a sensory experience that stimulates all five senses.