Adobe House

Alentejo

Traditional building techniques are more valued than ever, perfectly adapted to the climate and the essence of the land.

Whitewashed houses, touched with the blue of the sky, are a defining feature of the Alentejo landscape. Their simplicity and comfort are more than just architectural choices—they are an invitation to stay, to linger, to embrace the rhythm of this land.

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