Casa na Terra was born out of friendship and the love for the land. There are certain moments in life which we cherish, like sharing a long leisurely afternoon with dear friends. It is easy and joyful, a beautiful expression of life well lived. Sometimes what unfolds from the experience is synchronicity and can change the trajectory of life. This is the story of Casa na Terra.

The project was meticulously designed by architect Manuel Aires Mateus, a close friend of founder João Rodrigues, and was honored with Arch Daily's Building of the Year award in 2020.

The story began years ago when close friends invited founder João Rodrigues for lunch at their lakeside home in Monsaraz—a breathtaking property in the heart of Alentejo. They instantly fell in love with the atmosphere: rolling hills of tall swaying grasses, the earthy fragrance of the soil, and the glimmering distant lake that seemed like paradise.

Soon after, the friends asked João Rodrigues if he would take stewardship of the property while preserving the core philosophy of "Silent Living"—the very essence embodied in all residences of the brand. He gladly accepted this precious gift.