Anyone who has ever stood on a surfboard,contemplated the ocean and its waves, observed surf lifestyle and the optics of the world through a surfer's eyes knows.
Surfing is a life changer.
Someone taken by this passion brings it into each of his actions, as he plans his day, his travels, the education of his children, the products he consumes and, finally, where and how he lives.
And it was driven by this passion and vision that SURFLIVING was founded.
It all begins with the choice of the location for our projects. We know that a good wave in the “backyard” is priceless, and we focus on being minutes away from the world-class ones.
In our projects we combine good design with the functionality of the lifestyle we live, architecture and art, integrated layouts and interaction, recreation and nature… surf and living.
The most pleasant climate on the continent, a very sunny summer, spring and autumn with beautiful, days and a brief winter with the highest average temperatures in the european continent.
A very special gastronomy and wine industry that fills the days with flavors.
A warm and simple people who welcome everyone with tranquility.
A special geography, with a 943 km coastline, beautiful, beaches and PERFECT WAVES.
Portugal is the best country to LIVE (specially outdoors) or TRAVEL in Europe.
As you read in the New York Post articles, and hear in conversations between digital nomads, and on street corners of Ericeira, “Portugal is Europe’s California” and Ericeira is the apex of this European California.
In just 35 minutes by car from Lisbon airport (48km), you can reach the charming village of Ericeira, an old fishing village and the epicenter of this blend between Californian and European lifestyles.
Hotels, taverns (small traditional bar/ restaurant), portuguese pastry shops, modern cafes, portuguese arts and crafts ateliers, co-inhabit stores and surfshops co-inhabit its streets.
Leaving the town center, you will find all the other necessary services, including large supermarkets.
But whoever leaves the center finds much more than good services: stunning geography and nature, has restaurants with special views, relaxed and well-structured beach bars, the biggest Surfshops in Europe, skateparks; and - for many the most important - the only World Surfing Reserve in Europe and its endless perfect waves.
3 min - 1,5 km
20 min - 1,6 km
The architectural project was designed for those who want an authorial design focused on indoor and outdoor interaction, but who do not give up the practicality needed for modern life.
The architectural plans create integration between the rooms, decks, pools, gardens, barbecues and surf areas. But conceived in a way that,makes the villas ideal to celebrate living.
The materials were chosen to highlight the design and create a cozy atmosphere, without losing sight of the practical life and easy maintenance; after all, who wants to waste time that could be spent living Ericeira?
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A large green area with about 2,500 m² complete the experience of Ribeira D’Ilhas Villas.
In this area, where the existing vegetation is preserved, people continue to live! A trail through the vegetation takes us to a lounge where you can contemplate the beautiful geography, the sea, the swell reaching Ribeira D’Ilhas.
The lounge has a firepit and rustic furniture, perfect for making the most of every sunset.
Illustrative Perspective Deck Fire Pit
In addition to being a villa with a cool design and a haven for surfers, the Ribeira D’Ilhas Villas Units were designed to be an investment.
A project by award-winning designers and developers with experience in the real estate market in Brazil and Portugal.
Practical and functional architecture designed for living well and for renting for long, medium or short term.
In a privileged location in Ericeira, a market that is growing every day in demand and, consequently, in price.
“MIMA’s aim is to bring forward the development of a “Sensible Architecture”. Sensible relates to reality, to observation, to simplification, and mainly, to results.
MIMA does not only conceive architecture, but rather delivers architecture, seeking to carry forward the Modernist dream ... of integrated design, of architectural democratization.
A “Sensible Architecture” can also be sensitive, by means of applying traditional materials with a thorough sensorial care, stimulating the way people identify and engage with space, images and forms.”
Mário Sousa
Partner, Architect,
Creative Director
Marta Brandão
Partner, Architect,
PR
Photo from House in Douro by Mima Housing
Photo from House in Douro by Mima Housing
Mário Sousa
Partner, Architect,
Creative Director
Marta Brandão
Partner, Architect,
PR
“MIMA’s aim is to bring forward the development of a “Sensible Architecture”. Sensible relates to reality, to observation, to simplification, and mainly, to results.
MIMA does not only conceive architecture, but rather delivers architecture, seeking to carry forward the Modernist dream ... of integrated design, of architectural democratization.
A “Sensible Architecture” can also be sensitive, by means of applying traditional materials with a thorough sensorial care, stimulating the way people identify and engage with space, images and forms.”
