Ricardo Oliveira Alves | Architecture Photography

07/10/2025

SOH House by

Foram 2 Dias inesquecíveis com a Patricia e o Paddy para fotografar esta maravilhosa casa em cima da praia do Martinhal.

Para além da sessão ter sido maravilhosa, as profundas conversas e partilhas que ocorreram nas pausas que todas as nossas refeições proporcionaram elevaram esta estadia para todo um outro nível.

Tão cultural, tão português, a união que a refeição promove, uma desculpa para nos ligarmos em "família" e partilhar, sentimentos, emoções, expectativas, valores, conceitos, novas perspectives que nos ajudam a abrir a consciência e ver e ouvir outras perspectivas.

Conversas profundas sobre propósito, a direcção que a humanidade está a seguir, as o impacto das redes sociais nas nossas vidas e nas vidas dos nossos filhos, inteligência artificial, valores e ética e principalmente sobre aquilo que nos torna humanos, EMPATIA e COMPAIXÃO.

Percebemos que há muitas semelhanças culturais entre a Irlanda, país que sempre sonhei visitar, e Portugal.

Espero que continuemos a ser um povo disponível para receber e cuidar, pois somos, de facto, um povo bastante especial e particular e como diz Philipe Stark numa entrevista, "Em Portugal reside o que resta da humanidade".

Ainda não desapareceu a nossa humanidade enquanto Nação, apesar de aparentemente parecer que esta qualidade se encontra rara nos tempos de hoje.

09/08/2025

Obrigado Alexandre Vaz e National Geographic por este trabalho e por esta capa.

17/10/2024

27/09/2024

08/08/2024

Quinta da Comporta

Our 40m long Infinity Pool, surrounded by an endless view into the rice fields, where tranquillity reigns.
A nossa Infinity Pool de 40 metros de comprimento, rodeada por uma vista infinita sobre os campos de arroz, onde reina a tranquilidade.

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28/05/2024

MAAT - Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia by Amanda Levete Architects metal structure by Bysteel.

Photography Ricardo Oliveira Alves

Even when we feel alone, we're interconnected with all life. In nature, every element plays a vital role, reminding us of our shared existence. Emotionally, universal experiences like joy and pain bind us together across time and space. Spiritually, many believe in a unifying divine presence within us all, connecting us to something greater. This awareness assures us that even in solitude, we're part of the infinite fabric of existence.

17/04/2024

by metal structure by Bysteel.

Sacred geometry is the study of geometric forms and patterns that hold spiritual significance across various cultures and traditions. It encompasses shapes such as the circle, triangle, square, pentagon, and more complex forms like the Flower of Life or the Sri Yantra. These geometric patterns are believed to embody fundamental principles of creation, harmony, and divine order.

When connecting sacred geometry with sound and the concept of God or the divine, we can explore the idea that sound itself is a fundamental aspect of creation. In many religious and spiritual traditions, sound is considered a primal force through which the universe was brought into existence. This notion is often expressed through concepts such as the "Word" or "Logos" in Christianity, the "Om" in Hinduism, or the "Primordial Sound" in various esoteric philosophies.

In sacred geometry, certain geometric forms are associated with specific frequencies or vibrations. For instance, the concept of cymatics demonstrates how sound vibrations can create geometric patterns in matter, revealing a direct relationship between sound and form. Additionally, sacred chants, mantras, or hymns are believed to resonate with these geometric patterns, aligning the individual with higher spiritual frequencies and facilitating spiritual growth or enlightenment.

Sacred geometry, sound, and the concept of God or the divine are interconnected through the idea that sound is a creative force that can manifest geometric patterns and harmonious structures in the fabric of reality. By exploring the relationship between sound vibrations and geometric forms, individuals seek to attune themselves to the underlying order of the universe and experience a deeper connection with the divine.

15/04/2024

by metal structure by Bysteel.
The "white wave" where you can explore inside, outside, above and below.
Photographing MAAT is like immersing yourself in a sensory journey. The fluid shapes and interconnected spaces invite us to explore and interact, while the natural light and panoramic views create a unique atmosphere.

It's an experience that defies traditional museum expectations, offering a stimulating and inspiring environment where art, architecture and technology merge harmoniously.

Copyrighted photography: Ricardo Oliveira Alves