A New Signature Home Rises in Lisbon’s Lapa District

July 27, 2026

VILLAS is proud to announce the start of a new residential construction project located in Lapa, in the heart of one of Lisbon’s most distinguished historic neighbourhoods. Designed by acclaimed Portuguese architect Ricardo Bak Gordon, this 600m² home represents the next chapter in VILLAS’ commitment to building signature homes of lasting quality.

Honouring the Past, Building for the Future

The Lapa construction begins with a building rich in history. The existing structure, with its characterful tiled façade and classic Lisbon proportions, will be carefully transformed into a contemporary residence that respects its origins while elevating every detail. Our approach honours the architectural heritage of the Lapa district, where tradition and refinement have always gone hand in hand.

The transformation is guided by a single principle that defines everything VILLAS does: uncompromising quality of construction.

Craftsmanship in Every Detail

The project reveals a home where material honesty and precision craftsmanship take centre stage. Warm timber floors and joinery bring depth and texture throughout the interiors, from the sculptural staircase to the bespoke cabinetry. Double-height living spaces are framed by floor-to-ceiling glazing and elegant green-tiled walls, flooding the home with natural light while creating a calm, considered atmosphere.

Each space has been conceived to balance comfort with architectural ambition. The bedrooms are serene and understated, the bathrooms tactile and refined with natural stone and timber. Every surface, joint, and finish reflects the meticulous standards that VILLAS applies to construction, where quality is never an afterthought but the foundation of the entire project.

Built to Last

Under the construction expertise of VILLAS, the Lapa building will be delivered over a 17-month execution period. From structural reinforcement and foundations to the finest interior finishes, every phase is managed with the rigour and care that define a VILLAS home.

This is more than a renovation. It is a statement of what is possible when exceptional design meets exceptional building.

Signature homes, built for you. Something new is coming to Lapa.

Contact us

Do you dream of a home built to the highest standard, designed around the way you live? Villas, a MAP Group Company, turns that vision into reality. If you would like your dream home built by us, complete the form below and our team will be delighted to get in touch and guide you through every step of the journey.

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Lisbon

Edifício Amoreiras Square
Rua Carlos Alberto da Mota Pinto, Nº 17, 8º piso
1070-313, Lisboa
Portugal

T: (+351) 211 956 725
E: geral@mapgroup.pt

Porto

Rua Arquitecto Cassiano Barbosa Nº 6 F, 1º piso, 15
4100-009, Porto
Portugal

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