![A modern living room with angled wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
Carlos Castanheira of CC&CB Architects has shared photos of a home they designed in Porto, Portugal, that uses wood and copper throughout its design.
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
The home’s exterior has a copper-clad roof and matching copper siding, while the exposed timber structure connects with the rest of the home.
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with copper-clad roof and copper siding, and wood framing.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
A swimming pool and nearby cabana create a designated area to cool off on a hot day.
![A modern house with a swimming pool and nearby cabana.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with a swimming pool and nearby cabana.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with a swimming pool and nearby cabana.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
A path leads past the front gate, the carport and swimming pool, and the front door.
![This modern house has a path that leads from the front gate, past the carport and swimming pool, and to the front door.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
Inside, the open entryway is lined with wood.
![A modern entryway lined with wood.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
An opening off the entryway leads to the dining room, which features white walls and high ceilings.
![A modern dining room with an angular wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern dining room with an angular wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
The white walls make another appearance in the living room. Each space in the home is characterized by its wooden ceiling, which although similar, are different in form and dimension.
![A modern living room with an angular wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern living room with an angular wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern living room with an angular wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
In the bedroom, a low window lets natural light shine through, but also provides a garden view from the bed.
![A modern and minimalist bedroom with a low window and high wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern and minimalist bedroom with a low window and high wood ceiling.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
The bathroom has a more dramatic look, with dark walls and a countertop.
![A modern bathroom with wood, dark stone, and hidden lighting.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
Back in the entryway, there are stairs with a vertical wood pattern.
![A modern house with wood walls, stairs, ceiling, and floor.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern house with wood walls, stairs, ceiling, and floor.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
The mezzanine home office (or study) has low bookshelves that line the walls, while a window adds natural light to the space.
![A modern home office or study with low bookshelves that line the walls.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
The lower level of the house has stairs that lead down to a glass-enclosed wine cellar with plenty of storage.
![A modern house with wood stairs.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern wine cellar with built-in shelving, a central table, and glass doors.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![A modern wine cellar with built-in shelving, a central table, and glass doors.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
Here’s a glimpse at some of the construction photos that show the framing of the house.
![Construction photos of framing for a modern house.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![Construction photos of framing for a modern house.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![Construction photos of framing for a modern house.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
Here’s a couple of photos of the architectural model.
![Architectural model of a modern house.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
![Architectural model of a modern house.](https://ad-c.org/wp-content/plugins/wp-fastest-cache-premium/pro/images/blank.gif)
Photography by Fernando Guerra – FG+SG | Fotografias de Arquitectura | Architect: Carlos Castanheira – CC&CB, Architects, Lda. | Project Coordinator: Diana Vasconcelos | Project Team: Erika Musci, Fernanda Sá, Inês Brito | 3D models and renderings: Germano Vieira, Sara Noronha | Structural: Paulo Fidalgo, HDP – Construction and Engineering Projects, Lda | Hydraulic: Pedro Nunes, Diâmetro & Cálculo Construction and Engineering Projects, Lda HVAC: Pedro Coelho Lima, Coelho Lima – Engineering, Lda. | Carpentry: Valentim – Henriques & Rodrigues, Lda. General construction: Victor Gonçalves, Guilhade, Engineering and construction, Lda.
Source: Contemporist