In the scenic neighborhood of Birre, Cascais, sits a beautiful Portuguese mid-century property currently on the market. Hired by the seller, who is from France and Canada, for home staging for sale using our Staged To Sold Package, our task was to prepare this unique property for sale. The property, with its strong architectural character and unique mid-century elements, required a design that would honor its roots while bringing a fresh, modern aesthetic. Home Staging Portugal took on the challenge, creating a warm, inviting space that captures the essence of coastal living with a mid-century twist with home staging.
The Design Vision: Balancing Organic and Structured Elements
Our vision for this Birre villa was to blend mid-century Portuguese influences with a fresh, coastal feel, creating a home that felt both modern and true to its heritage. We played with contrasts—soft, curvy shapes balanced with sharp architectural elements—to create a harmonious flow throughout the property.
The Transformation: Room by Room
• Living Room: The heart of the living room is its stunning, organic-shaped fireplace—a unique architectural feature that we wanted to highlight. To complement its curves, we introduced two bouclé sofas with soft, rounded shapes that mirrored the fireplace’s form, creating an inviting, cohesive flow. The room also features a sharp, half-diamond ceiling that brings an edgy, angular contrast to the softer elements. This interplay of soft and hard lines introduced a visual balance, creating a sense of both luxury and comfort.
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• Dining Room: The original dark parquet flooring in the dining area added a rich, timeless quality, but we wanted to lighten the space and bring a fresh feel. We selected a white tulip dining table and matching tulip chairs, adding an iconic mid-century element that contrasted beautifully with the dark sanded floor. The white furniture softened the space, making it feel airy and bright while still celebrating the home’s architectural roots.
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• In guest bedroom, we embraced a colorful, coastal palette with shades of yellow and pastel blue, giving the room a relaxed, sun-kissed ambiance. Coastal-inspired artwork brought an additional touch of vibrancy, perfectly complementing the color scheme and enhancing the room’s warm, beachy feel.
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• The primary bedroom took inspiration from the villa’s beautiful outdoor scenery. We chose white and blue tones that mirrored the colors of the pool area and sky, while touches of pink in the artwork echoed the bougainvillea blooming outside. The result was a serene, cohesive space that felt directly connected to its surroundings.
• Outdoor Spaces: For the outdoor dining and pool area, we staged in a coastal modern style that was both functional and inviting. With coastal designer furniture and simple decor, we created an alfresco dining area perfect for entertaining. The outdoor space captured the coastal aesthetic with clean lines and natural textures, providing a seamless flow from indoors to outdoors.
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A Mid-Century Portuguese Gem, Reimagined
This Birre villa was transformed from a dated, darker space into a bright, welcoming home that perfectly balances Portuguese mid-century charm with modern coastal elegance. By blending organic shapes with structured architecture, we brought out the best in each room, creating a space that feels cohesive, balanced, and undeniably inviting.
The result was a vibrant, sophisticated staging that allowed potential buyers to truly see the home’s potential. At Home Staging Portugal, we believe that every property has the capacity to become a dream home, and this Birre villa is a prime example of how thoughtful design can breathe new life into any space. For more pictures of this properties, visit our portfolio page.
How we can help:
Do you have a property that needs an update, renovation, staging, or restyling? Or are you considering a move to Portugal and looking for the perfect home to reflect its unique architectural heritage? We’d be delighted to help you bring your vision to life. Contact us to explore how we can make your property truly exceptional.