Exclusive Contemporary Home In The Final Stages Of Construction At Douro Marina | Gaia

Exclusive Contemporary Home in the final stages of construction at Douro Marina | Gaia

Near Douro Marina, in Foz de Gaia, lies a truly unique home, where its privileged location, contemporary architecture and relationship with the surrounding landscape come together in a singular expression of sophistication and exclusivity.

Some homes stand out for their location. Others, for their architecture. This property combines both qualities and adds something even rarer: the ability to surprise.

This architect-designed project presents a contemporary, sophisticated and timeless aesthetic, where every line, opening and space has been carefully conceived to create a truly unique residential experience. Its discreet and elegant exterior architecture does not immediately reveal what awaits inside — a succession of spaces designed to provide comfort, privacy and a privileged relationship with the surrounding environment.

The open-plan living room creates a seamless connection with the landscape, offering privileged views over the river and the sea. Ascending to the rooftop, a terrace leads to a swimming pool with panoramic views over the surroundings, Porto and the sea. More than a leisure area, the rooftop is a place for contemplation and socialising, with a lounge area that allows you to fully enjoy the landscape and the changing light throughout the day.

One of the project’s most distinctive features is found precisely in the swimming pool: a strategically positioned skylight at the bottom creates a unique visual connection with the living room, above which the pool appears to float. A striking architectural solution that reinforces the home’s unique identity and transforms the experience of living into a continuous dialogue between the different spaces.

Outside, a private garden embraces the entire home, reinforcing the feeling of a secluded and private retreat. At its lowest point, the garden features a living area where rock outcrops provide a natural backdrop, creating a natural and intimate setting designed for moments of relaxation, socialising and contemplation.
The materials and construction solutions further reinforce the property’s identity: terrazzo flooring, minimalist aluminium window frames, hydronic underfloor heating, landscaped garden and entrance patio, a garage for two cars and high energy efficiency, with an A+ rating.

More than a home, this is an opportunity for those seeking a different way of living — where architecture, design, natural light, privacy and nature coexist in perfect harmony. A true contemporary retreat, in one of the most privileged settings on the southern bank of the Douro.

There is also a particularly rare opportunity: the home is currently under construction, allowing the future owner to follow the process and customise certain finishes according to their taste and preferences.

An opportunity to take part in creating a home that, from its very inception, was designed to be unique.

A truly exclusive proposition for those seeking not merely a house, but a special place with its own identity, where architecture and landscape become an integral part of the living experience.