BLOG: FARM UPDATES
This is where we share the quiet rhythm of the farm at Quinta Filippa. A space to follow what is growing, what is blooming, and what is being harvested. You will find updates on the vegetables and herbs that shape our daily menu, the flowers unfolding across the gardens, and the animals joining us over time.
DECISION FATIGUE: WHY YOU ARE SO TIRED AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT
We make thousands of choices every day, but at what cost? This article explores the science of decision fatigue, how it affects our well-being, and why simplifying your daily choices might be the key to feeling more grounded and clear-headed.
WORLD HERITAGE AND SACRED LANDMARKS NEAR QUINTA FILIPPA
Just beyond the land of Quinta Filippa, the region opens up to some of Portugal’s most remarkable landmarks. From the Gothic beauty of Batalha and the serene simplicity of Alcobaça to the sacred architecture of Fátima, these places reflect the quiet strength and cultural richness of the landscape around us
DESIGN THAT FEELS LIKE HOME: AN INTERVIEW WITH NANOUK
Designer Nanouk Souren van Ramshorst reflects on the transformation of Quinta Filippa, from a cherished family home into a place where thoughtful design, natural materials, and quiet beauty come together to inspire rest, creativity, and connection.
RESIDENCY WITH ILSE VAN STOLTZ: THE POETRY OF CREATING
For Ilse van Stoltz, art is about the unseen process behind it. During her residency, she explored the tension between opposites, the rhythm of the landscape, and the emotional weight of materials.
WOOD, HERITAGE, AND DESIGN: A COLLABORATION WITH WEWOOD
Creating custom pieces that reflect Portuguese heritage and culture is at the heart of our vision at Quinta Filippa. That’s why we collaborate with brands like Wewood—where craftsmanship, tradition, and innovation come together. Discover what makes Wewood unique and how their work is shaping our spaces.
THE STORY OF MANUEL RODRIGUES CARREIRA, QUINTA FILIPPA FIRST OWNER
Born in 1878, Manuel Rodrigues Carreira rose from humble beginnings to become a successful sawyer, landowner, and advocate for education. His vision and hard work shaped a thriving timber business and a family legacy rooted in resilience, growth, and tradition.