Casa Lamego

, Príncipe Real

On a quiet street between Príncipe Real and Praça das Flores stands Casa Lamego, a rare four-floor townhouse by the award-winning studio Can Ran Arquitectos. Defined by its hand-glazed Viúva Lamego façade, the house reflects Lisbon’s enduring craft tradition through a contemporary lens. Each tile catches light differently, creating a surface that shifts subtly throughout the day, a play of texture, geometry and calm precision.

With a gross private area of 254 square metres, Casa Lamego unfolds across four levels. The social floor opens to a south-east facing garden, where full-height glazing merges inside and out. A fireplace anchors the open-plan living and dining space, while radiant terrazzo flooring and oak joinery set a measured, tactile tone. The kitchen is fitted with De Dietrich appliances, limestone work surfaces and custom cabinetry designed for quiet functionality.

Upstairs, two ensuite bedrooms provide privacy and repose. The top level, bathed in natural light, currently serves as a shared children's bedroom, but could also work as a studio, additional living area or workspace, with a terrace offering glimpses of the city skyline. Below, a concealed laundry and two-car private garage add rare practicality to Lisbon’s historic centre. Underfloor heating, air conditioning and solar panels ensure comfort and efficiency.

Casa Lamego sits within one of Lisbon’s most desirable residential pockets. Set on a private street, the location blends local charm with cultural proximity, moments from Praça das Flores, the Botanical Garden and the cafés and ateliers of Príncipe Real. On Saturday mornings, the organic market brings the jardim to life with local seasonal produce. Nearby, Bar Alimentar and Magnolia offer relaxed dining, while Marquis is one of our favourite cafes in town. The streets here move at a slower pace, where design boutiques, leafy parks and century-old trees meet daily ritual.

A private townhouse of this scale and architectural quality is uncommon, especially in one of the capital's most desirable neighbourhoods. Casa Lamego distils Lisbon’s architectural heritage into a contemporary, design-led home.