Designed by architects Ricardo Vieira de Melo and Eduardo Rebelo, Complexo Pedagógico II (CP II) stands as a pivotal academic hub on the University of Minho’s Gualtar campus in Braga. Completed following a prize-winning design from 1991, the building embodies a thoughtful balance between modern architectural clarity and functional academic infrastructure. Hosting a variety of lecture halls, seminar rooms, and administrative spaces, CP II is also home to innovative environments such as the Active Learning Classroom “André Cruz de Carvalho,” reflecting the university’s ongoing commitment to pedagogical innovation. With its rational geometry and adaptable interiors, CP II continues to support a dynamic learning experience for students and faculty alike.

Casa Fez, located in Porto, Portugal, is a remarkable private residence designed and built by architect Álvaro Leite Siza Vieira. Completed in 2010 after more than a decade of development, the house is both a personal home and a professional studio for the architect. Often referred to by Siza Vieira as “the work of my life,” Casa Fez stands as a deeply personal and experimental project.

The building is defined by its bold geometric composition and a striking white façade, giving it a sculptural and monumental presence. Inside, the minimalist design continues with white wooden floors, carefully controlled natural light, and custom-designed elements, including lighting and furniture. The spatial layout explores contrasts—between openness and privacy, work and leisure, light and shadow—making the house not only a place of living but also a laboratory of architectural thought. Casa Fez exemplifies a balance of classical rigor and romantic freedom, offering a powerful statement in contemporary Portuguese architecture.