Finding Happiness and Inner Peace at Casa no Tempo

A Look Inside One of Silent Living’s Dreamy Getaway Homes

Name:
Silent Living:
Casa no Tempo
Design:
Manuel Aires Mateus
Location:
Alentejo, Portugal
Photography:
James Florio, Tim Reed
Words:
Caroline Meeusen

The dreamy getaways of Silent Living in Portugal radiate a warmth, serenity, and elegance that leaves no soul untouched. The holiday houses feel very cozy and welcoming, just like home, because that is exactly what they once were: a family’s home. Collaborating with renowned architects, João and Andreia Rodrigues of Silent Living restored the homes into beautiful retreats, each with a different character, atmosphere, and story. “They are part of our story and echo the importance of feeling at home,” the brothers say.

The concept of Silent Living was born out of a wish to share the founders’ values and continued search for happiness and fulfillment together, which are elements that inspire the designs. Combining great architecture and breathtaking landscapes, the houses leave visitors in awe. Casa no Tempo, in particular, is one such harmonious residence, with a great family history. “Casa no Tempo has been in the family for many years. It was our grandfather’s wish that we look after it for the next generation,” the Rodrigues brothers note.

Family, history, nature, peace, and simplicity are the key elements of Silent Living—they’re also the building blocks of this gorgeous dwelling. Wanting to keep the heritage alive, they connected the past to the coming future and in doing so, created a timeless space. Lying between the rolling hills of the Portuguese Montemor o Novo, architect Manuel Aires Mateus renovated the farmhouse in such a way that it opens up to the landscape and the vastness of the property.

The rustic home has large windows in every room, bringing in the beautiful surroundings. Shrouded in pure whites, the interior celebrates the views and natural materials such as clay, marble, and wood. The rooms are furnished with a mix of modern and local furniture and beautiful details like handmade tiles. Rustic and soft, modern and historical, bright and calm, design and nature—Casa no Tempo combines all these ingredients to find peace and fulfillment.