BIRRE, CASCAIS
A storied home, where English charm meets Portuguese heritage.
Tucked behind a mature English-style garden in the quiet residential pocket of Birre, this 18th-century home has been sensitively reimagined by Studio Rizzo. Framed by established greenery and centred around a rare frangipani tree from Hawaii, the residence celebrates both structure and soul. A full interior restoration honours its layered past while introducing modern liveability, with each room revealing a considered interplay of texture, tone, and time. From wallpapered cloakrooms to a serene office space, the design brings warmth and character into every corner.
Inside, rich materials and historic detail take centre stage. Rare Azul Cascais stone, museum-grade pieces, and handmade tiles are paired with velvet upholstery, soft lighting, and a central UK-style radiator system—subtle nods to British domesticity layered into a distinctly Portuguese setting. The result is a quietly luxurious, highly personal retreat that feels both cultivated and comforting—a place where heritage is not just preserved, but lived in beautifully.
Get in touch with us at Studio Rizzo
Email: a.rizzo@studiorizzo.co
Phone:
Lisbon: +351 965 253 563
London: +447 525 429 125
Visit us at our studio: Av. da República 50, 2o andar, Studio 343