Inside a Luxury Boutique Hotel by Renowned Portuguese Architect Manuel Aires Mateus | estliving.com
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- Silent Living hotelier and founder João Rodrigues engaged architect and good friend Manuel Aires Mateus to restore an ancient Lisbon building and instil the values of slow living. Redefining traditional notions of hospitality, João and his family have made the building their permanent home while guests come and go, taking a piece of Santa Clara 1728 with them. “We welcome guests as part of our family or as longtime friends,” João says, “in the hopes that they become inspired to integrate small rituals into their lives that they shared during their stay.” In this film, João delves deeper into the concept of rituals and how we can utilise our spaces to enact positive change in our daily routines.
Santa Clara is housed within an 18th-century building in what João regards as one of the most romantic squares in Lisbon. João was determined to honour the building’s rich heritage while establishing a strong contemporary connection, which Manuel is renowned for in his work. The architect took great care balancing the past and present and ensuring the design reflected Portuguese life and culture.
“We have several rules surrounding Silent Living projects, one being that we only build with local materials,” João says. Manuel embraced these values and chose materials reminiscent of ancient Lisbon buildings, including ‘Lioz’ limestone, pine wood floors and handmade tiles. The seamless integration of these materials creates a soothing atmosphere where one can find stillness away from the city bustle. “Being here is a journey through the elements and a delight for the senses,” João says.
Furniture and art were thoughtfully selected to promote this feeling of calm. Upon entering the building, guests are greeted by a Living Divani Extrasoft sofa, a Davide Groppi Moon pendant and an antique gold-framed painting, which beautifully complement the original architecture.
“We felt that it was important for guests to experience the fullness of Portuguese life,” João says. With this came the aim to inspire people to incorporate mindfulness practices into their daily routines. “It could be as simple as opening up the windows and letting the fresh air in or relaxing in the evening and counting the stars before they go to bed. Through these small rituals, we try to slow down people’s pace so that when they leave, there’s a little seed of Silent Living in their lives and their future.”
Family is also a huge part of Portuguese life, which João wanted guests to experience in the most authentic way possible. When you stay at Santa Clara, you gather for meals in the grand dining room, which can seat up to 20 guests. “Guests from around the world come together like a family to share the pulse, beauty and charm of life in Lisbon,” João says.
Santa Clara 1728 comprises two different suites; the ‘Santa Clara’ suite can accommodate up to two adults and two children, while the ‘Tejo’ suite is designed for two adults. Both enjoy spectacular views of the city and river.
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Published and produced by Miffy Coady | estliving.com
Filmed and edited by Dan Preston for est living
Film assistant: Jack Seedsman | estliving.com
Film project manager: Lidia Boniwell | estliving.com
Editor: Sophie Lewis | estliving.com
Words by Holly Beadle | estliving.com
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I have certainly taken a piece of Santa Clara 1728 with me after staying at this dreamy place. It has changed the way I value what's important in my travel. The cherry on the cake was I got to meet Joao and had breakfast with him, and also had the opportunity to meet and visit Manuel Aires Mateus and his architecture firm. It all still feel like a dream!
Such a compliment to Santa Clara 1728 design and ethos, thank you for sharing with us. Silent Living and Manual Aires Mateus are an inspiring team.
Grandiose classicisme et tout en intimité sur la base de matériaux nobles. Cet architecte est sensible à la vie ….et à la beauté.
Merci,
ErEf, Montréal, Canada
Aires Mateus is an incredible talent, absolutely his designs are sensitive to both life and beauty.
There are so many serene, architectural moments within this sanctuary-like space. Silent Living seems to offer a beautiful connection to the rich, Portuguese culture & place. Stunning.
As the Silent Living founder João says "a journey through the elements and a delight for the senses".
as we can see in the other video on Aires Mateus, is this great idea to leave the paintings on the floor, telling us all human things are transient, only rocks and mineral things are here for long, it's so humble and almost like the Japanese spirit you can get in a zen garden but , here, mixed with European heritage. Mateus is a quiet genius because he's not showing off in his way of laying the spaces, it's subtle and then it grows on you, like a second skin, which is the way your house is supposed to be i think
Wow. Architecture that truly makes you feel relaxed and at home.
Architecture of the best kind.
This video takes me back to Lisbon. Wonderful to see the silent living style and architecture inside a 17 th century Portuguese building.
The small rituals combined with the beautiful design make silent living exceptional.
Heaven ☁️☁️ I now have a new destination on the bucket list. Absolutely beautiful 😍
You should! If not stay tuned to est living and see more design destinations to add to your bucket list! ;)
This beautiful home just exudes serenity. Loved watching this design destination!
Thank you so much!
Such a nature inspired design with the materials & color choice, zen 😌
Thank you! Cheers!
That bathroom is so calm and beautiful!
Stunning design by Manuel Aires Mateus and his talented team.
Amazing architecture, just beautiful. I can feel the peace and tranquility this brings from here! Built with all locally sourced materials too, which is fabulous. Take me to Lisbon! Absolutely love
And please pack us in your bags, a magical destination!
Beautiful hotel, so tranquil & peaceful - would love to stay at Santa Clara in Lisbon!
It really is! Stay tuned for more exceptional design destinations.
I am so glad that I have found this channel.
I am binge-watching everything on "est living" as every video presents only mesmerising art.
Thank you guys.
Welcome! You have made our day with your feedback and passed on to the entire team ;)
A beautiful home away from home. Long admired the design by Aires Mateus, definitely on my visit list this year.
You must, was pleasure to visit in person and film such a beauty.
Incredible! The bathtub and the basins: the material is stunning.
With Long admired the bathrooms of Santa Clara. Beautiful design. Stay tuned, team estliving.com
amazing video to watch, such an inspirational restoration.
Glad you enjoyed it!
WOW WOW WOW, you had me at hello, I just want to visit
Love your feedback Mandy, Stay tuned for more incredible design destinations.
Absolutely Stunning!!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Semplicemente meraviglioso ❤
Magnificent….organic it is.
Yes, thanks
Could you please let me know the designer of the standard lamp in the entry sequence & the bedroom sequence at the end of the vid.
Love the ambience of the whole interior!
Amazing, love it
Thank you! Cheers!
*wow looks so good* 👍
So good
Santa Clara 1728 epitomises quiet luxury in a design destination.
Could not have said that better ourselves, absolutely.
Tell me they dress like that in real life
They do!
HOW QUEEN OF MEAN FOR THIS BOLD MAN TO SAY THAT THE ARCQUITECT T IS NOT A GENEROUS PERSON
THAT IS NOTHING GENEROUS OF HIM TO SAY THAT IN PUBLIC
UNGRATEFUL
Important to note… if you listen again you will hear him say “that not only is Manuel a generous person, he is extremely talented..” Manuel and the owner of Silent Living have worked on many successful projects together and have an excellent relationship. Stay tuned for more.. best, team estliving.com
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Your'e right, what I missunderstood is the kind of phrase that fits me, why shoul I lie....
I like very much the design and concept of that place ,mostly the interior design, the shades of whites and creams are amazing and peaceful, ('m also an arquitect designer, never graduated, (like Bofil)
Talking about Santa Clara, show you an amazing building just renewed converted in 6 apartments, right in front of another Santa Clara,
Santa Clara Island in San Sebastián - Donostia
Check the building:
VILLA ALMUDENA, Mirakontxa Pasealekua, Donostia
Thanks so much for sharing we will definitely review. Kindest regards, team estliving.con