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Where You'll Stay

Each resident is hosted on-site at the MAD House for the length of their stay. Every room has been considered on its own terms, chosen for its size, its privacy, and the small details that make a space feel like yours for a season. Utilities and studio access are included in every rate, so the choice comes down to which room fits how you like to work and rest.

Rooms

MAD House is a small home in Porto designed to host 2-4 residents at a time. Private rooms, shared living spaces, a kitchen, garden, and dedicated places to work create a comfortable setting for living alongside others while having the space to focus on your practice.

Jardim Room

Facing the garden, Jardim has a king-size bed, private bathroom, and balcony with views across the garden and Porto. The room also has two twin beds that can be added for family or visiting guests, along with a desk for working.

€1,500 + VAT / month

Alegria Room

Named for Rua da Alegria, the street where MAD House is located, Alegria has a king-size bed, shared bathroom, and desk for working. The room offers a comfortable place to settle in while staying connected to the shared spaces of the house.

€950 + VAT / month

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Alto Shared Room

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Upstairs, Alto is two twin beds in the room with a shared bathroom downstairs. Designed for two residents, it offers a more communal way to experience MAD House, with space to work and shared areas just outside your door.

€750 + VAT / person / month

  • Bathroom

  • Jardim Room

  • The patio

  • The dining Room

  • The Workspace

  • Dining Room & Kitchen

  • Alegria Room

  • Kitchen

Staying at MAD House

Shared Spaces & Technical Info

  • Shared kitchen

  • Dining area

  • Garden

  • Terrace overlooking Porto

  • Reliable Wi-Fi

  • Quiet indoor and outdoor working spaces

  • Private design library

  • Basic printing and scanning can be arranged locally

  • Washer and dryer on the premises

What is provided in the house?

Each room is prepared with sheets, two pillows, a duvet, and a towel. Extra blankets and limited additional towels are available if needed. The kitchen is stocked with standard cookware, dishes, glasses, and utensils. Bathrooms include shampoo, body wash, toilet paper, hand soap, and trash bags. A washer and dryer are also available on the premises.

What should I bring?

Bring your personal belongings, clothing, toiletries, and anything you need for day-to-day life in Porto. For your work, bring any materials, tools, or equipment specific to your practice. MAD House provides the basics for your room, kitchen, and bathroom, but residents are responsible for project-specific supplies and equipment.

Porto

Porto is a small city, but there is always something to discover. With azulejo-lined buildings, the Douro River, and beaches along the Atlantic coast, it has a lot to explore within a short distance. MAD House is in the city center, close to restaurants, shops, cafés, and cultural spaces.

Porto is also home to one of Europe’s largest manufacturing hubs, with factories, workshops, artists, and designers working across the region. It is a great place to learn about craft and design and find inspiration during your stay.