Cargo House / MadeiguinchoSave this picture! Joo CarrancaArchitects: MadeiguinchoAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:27 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. We undertook the challenge of transforming an old 6 x 2.5 m cargo container into a tiny house to be placed in the Algarve region in the south of Portugal. The project includes a small front porch, an arched doorway, and a porthole window framing the sunset. There is a rooftop terrace accessible via a metal ladder that goes through the exterior ceiling, providing additional outdoor space to enjoy the scenic views.Save this picture!To integrate the structure with its natural surroundings, cork panels were chosen for the exterior walls to provide insulation and blend with the landscape. Inside, the space features poplar wood panels on the interior walls and concrete floors.Save this picture!Save this picture!The layout is simple but very functional, with a raised bed, offering storage underneath, an L-shaped kitchen, and seating area. The kitchen is equipped with essential amenities such as a sink, a fridge, an induction hob, and storage. Additionally, there's a bathroom with toilet and shower behind a translucent wall for both privacy and natural light.Save this picture!Save this picture!We decided to keep the container doors fully operable to allow a direct connection with the environment when weather permits. The design maintains the industrial characteristics of the original container while maximizing livability.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officeMadeiguinchoOfficePublished on January 04, 2025Cite: "Cargo House / Madeiguincho" [Casa Cargo / Madeiguincho] 04 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025071/cargo-house-madeiguincho&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream