Bom Sucesso Resort, located on Portugal’s Silver Coast, is a remarkable experiment in contemporary architecture. Designed by an impressive roster of national and international architects, it represents a rare example of large-scale, coordinated architectural ambition. As interest in modern architecture continues to grow, so does the body of literature documenting Publications Bom Sucesso. Below is a curated selection of architecture publications about Bom Sucesso, including both general project overviews and publications focused on specific architects and houses.

Sales Publications

For more insights, explore various Bom Sucesso Publications to understand its architectural significance in depth.

1) Bom Sucesso Sales Brochure

The original Bom Sucesso sales brochure is an oversized publication with a bold red cover. It provides a comprehensive overview of the project, including a full list of participating architects, maps of the resort’s development phases, and photos of the house models. Available in Portuguese, English, and German, this document is a valuable starting point for understanding the overall vision.

It’s a must-see for anyone researching Bom Sucesso.

See English version here

You can also find a detailed review in our latest blog post about all sales brochures including German, Spanish and Portuguese versions. Read here

2) Exhibition Book: 14 Arquitectos Projectos Do Bom Sucesso Resort

This book was originally released in conjunction with an exhibition held in December 2004 at the Centro Cultural de Belém in Lisbon. The exhibition, and the book that accompanied it, introduced the first phase of the project and presented work by 14 architects. While the exhibition itself is less documented, the book remains an important reference and was handed out to early property buyers.

A scanned version is available here.

Architectural Publications

3) Álvaro Siza – Design Process: Quinta do Bom Sucesso Housing Project (2013)

Álvaro Siza Vieira‘s – 14 Villas at Bom Sucesso Resort

This monograph documents the design of Álvaro Siza Vieira’s house at Bom Sucesso in great detail. It includes sketches, plans, and commentary on the development process, offering rare insight into the architect’s methodology.

ISBN: 9789898481290

4) Eduardo Souto de Moura – El Croquis 145 (2009)

Eduardo Souto de Moura‘s – Unfinished Hotel at Bom Sucesso Resort, 13 C-Shaped Villas at Bom Sucesso Resort, 10 Hilltop Villas at Bom Sucesso Resort, 6 Red Lakeside Villas at Bom Sucesso Resort

This volume of El Croquis features four houses and the hotel designed by Eduardo Souto de Moura for Bom Sucesso. It includes sketches, technical drawings, and thoughtful analysis of his approach to context and material.

ISBN: 9788488386557

This book is collectible and often sells for over €100, a digital version is available for €14.

ARCHINEWS 16 | Eduardo Souto de Moura

A print publication that includes 3D model views of all houses of Eduardo Souto de Moura at Bom Sucesso Resort.

5) Alcino Soutinho – Arche News 14 (2009)

Alcino Soutinho‘s – 14 Villas at Bom Sucesso Resort

This issue of Arche News includes coverage of one of Alcino Soutinho’s houses in Bom Sucesso’s first phase. It combines photography, brief analysis, and insights into Soutinho’s architectural philosophy.

ISBN: 5601073067485

6) João Luís Carrilho da Graça – Architectural Guide (2019)

Carrilho da Graça‘s – 14 Houses at Quinta do Bom Sucesso Resort

This guide covers João Luís Carrilho da Graça’s contribution to Bom Sucesso. One interesting fact is that he originally intended for his houses to be painted white—contrary to their current red color.

ISBN: 9789899846296

7) Gonçalo Byrne – A Casa de Quem Faz as Casas (2016)

Gonçalo Byrne – The Fingers – 16 Unfinished Row Houses at Bom Sucesso Resort

This book including Gonçalo Byrne’s contribution to the resort, known informally as “The Fingers,” an unfinished sub-condominium of striking design.

ISBN: 9789898851048

8) Manuel Aires Mateus

Manuel Aries Mateus‘ – 7 Row Houses at Bom Sucesso Resort

The project by Manuel Aires Mateus at Bom Sucesso is featured in multiple publications:

a) Architectural Guide Aires Mateus (2019)

ISBN: 9789895440139

b) El Croquis: Aires Mateus 2002–2018 (2019)

ISBN: 9788494775437

c) L’architettura di Aires Mateus (Italian, 2009)

These books explore themes of light, geometry, and silence, central to Aires Mateus’s body of work.

ISBN: 9788837078102

9) Graça Dias & Egas Vieira

Egas José Vieira, Manuel Graça Dias‘ – 13 Round Houses at Bom Sucesso Resort

The Round Houses designed by Graça Dias and Egas Vieira are featured in:

a) Graça Dias & Egas Vieira Arquitectos Portugueses Série 2 (2014)

ISBN: 9789898657480

b) Manuel Graça Dias – A Casa de Quem Faz as Casas (2016)

ISBN: 9789898851017

These publications include photos, models, and design sketches, highlighting their distinct approach.

Portuguese Contemporary Houses – José Manuel Das Neves

ISBN: 9789898456601

10) Madalena Menezes & Teixeira Bastos – Casa X (2012)

Madalena Menezes and Teixeira Bastos‘ – 6 Casa X Villas at Bom Sucesso Resort

The house known as Casa X is documented in:

Modernização da Escola Secundária Rainha Dona Leonor + Casa X – Atelier dos Remédios

ISBN: 9789898456199

This book pairs the residential project with a school renovation, showcasing the studio’s range.

11) Nuno Brandão Costa – ARCHINEWS 21 (2011)

Nuno Brandao Costa ‘s- 7 Houses in Óbidos at Bom Sucesso Resort

This edition features Nuno Brandão Costa’s striking house at Bom Sucesso, emphasizing mass, structure, and the play of light in its design.

Conclusion

Bom Sucesso Resort has captured the attention of architects, critics, and enthusiasts alike. The publications listed above offer diverse perspectives on the resort’s bold architectural vision. From sales materials to scholarly monographs, each book contributes to a deeper understanding of this unique architectural experiment on the Portuguese coast.

If you know of additional publications about Bom Sucesso’s architecture, feel free to get in touch. This list will continue to grow as more researchers, collectors, and travelers explore and document the resort.

Thank you, Ben