Vila Talha: Contemporary Coastal Residence in Melides by Contacto Atlântico
Vila Talha, a 495-square-meter residential project by Contacto Atlântico, has been completed in 2025 at Herdade da Costa Terra Golf & Ocean Club in Melides, Portugal. Curated by Susanna Moreira and led by principal architect André Caiado, the house exemplifies contemporary Portuguese architecture through a balance of formal clarity and contextual sensitivity. The design respects the local topography, native vegetation, and regional identity, integrating naturally into the surrounding landscape. Photographs by Gonçalo Henriques document the project.
Key facts
- Vila Talha is located at Herdade da Costa Terra Golf & Ocean Club in Melides, Portugal.
- The project was completed in 2025.
- The architectural area is 495 m².
- The architecture firm is Contacto Atlântico.
- The principal architect is André Caiado.
- The curator is Susanna Moreira.
- Photographs were taken by Gonçalo Henriques.
- The house is categorized as residential architecture and houses.
Entities
Artists
- André Caiado
- Susanna Moreira
- Gonçalo Henriques
Institutions
- Contacto Atlântico
- Herdade da Costa Terra Golf & Ocean Club
- Costa Terra Golf & Ocean Club
Locations
- Melides
- Portugal