

Golden
Arch Design Award
Winner
in
Interior Design Category
'26
Mountain Shelters
Designed by
Catarina Casanova/Atelier Ligia Casanova
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Mountain Shelters
Hotels & Resorts Architecture
Belmonte, Portugal
Catarina Casanova/Atelier Ligia Casanova
Catarina Casanova

Photo Credits:
Bruno Barbosa
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Ligia Casanova / Atelier Ligia Casanova
The three cabins combine functionality and nature in a space that breathes the mountains. Organised into five zones (living, eating, dressing, resting and sleeping), every detail has been designed to connect with the outdoors.
The bed facing the bay window transforms waking up into a connection with the mountains, the wood burning stove warms winter nights in the living room, and even natural logs serve as tables, integrating the forest into the interior.
Rustic woods, earthy tones and indirect light create cosy environments, while open wardrobes and furniture adapted to the sloping walls optimise the space without compromising the view. Each choice reinforces the connection to the landscape, so that those who use them can also enjoy nature.







