A Few of Our Favorite European Beach Houses

Under no budget or time constraints, architect Ernesto Pereira designed this coastal abode in Vila do Conde, Portugal to be a "work of art."

Pereira’s clients asked him to create a unique “work of art” under no budget constraints or deadline. Given their openness, he was able to play with the structure’s geometry, removing the terra cotta roof and carving out recesses for decks. White stucco clads sheltering walls, while silver wood slats line openings like doors, windows, and terraces.