Modernism + the Algarve, Minority interest or public priority ? Live Talk

Club Farense

30 Rua de Santo Antonio, 8000-282, Faro, Faro, Portugal

The Modernist Faro

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Angélique and Christophe de Oliveira are French entrepreneurs and architecture enthusiasts who have become key advocates for Faro's modernist architectural heritage. After settling in Portugal in 2018, the couple:Authored a book on Faro's modernist buildingsLaunched The Modernist accommodation in Faro in 2021, creating a unique architectural hospitality experienceFounded the Faro Modernist Weekend in 2022, an annual event celebrating the city's modernist heritageAngélique brings her passion for design and hospitality to their projects, while Christophe is particularly noted for his expertise on architect Manuel Gomes da Costa, often referring to him as "the Portuguese Frank Lloyd Wright." Together, their initiatives have gained international recognition, attracting architecture enthusiasts from across Europe and the U.S.The couple's work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Forbes, Monocle, National Geographic, and Elle Decor. Through their projects, Angélique and Christophe continue to inspire appreciation for modernist architecture in the Algarve region, while promoting sustainable, locally-sourced design and construction practices.