Modern country house belies an airy interior

The Gafarim House in Ponte de Lima, Portugal, rises into the air like a blank canvas. Its stark white facade is a simple rectangle framed by the bright blue sky.

Tiago do Vale Arquitectos designed the home to upend the expectations of a Portuguese country house. Mission accomplished.

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From the front, the house is a windowless fortress. From the back, it’s all glass. The three-bedroom home centers around an open-plan living room with soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto hilly green countryside.

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That same expansive room is home to the kitchen and dining area, which gives the space a loft-like feel. Despite the height of the house, the ground floor is the hub of activity. This includes a row of three bedrooms, with the master getting its own outdoor patio.

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An angular staircase at the end of the living room leads up to a mezzanine, where there’s yet another chance to take full advantage of the extra-tall ceiling height and killer views.

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