At Terracrua Design, we believe that every project is a journey towards achieving harmony between nature and people. Our ultimate goal is to create designs that seamlessly blend with the natural environment while also meeting the unique needs of our clients. Our design process is characterized by careful consideration and analysis of the specific features […]
With designs in progress, ongoing implementations, and technical visits in between, it’s true that social media and blogs can sometimes take a back seat at Terracrua Design. At Terracrua Design, we approach each day the same way we approach landscapes: by understanding what needs to happen first, so that everything falls into the right order. […]
We have been avidly following Ruminantes magazine, a publication dedicated to all aspects of livestock management in Portugal, and the most comprehensive in the sector. We’re especially thrilled since it started focusing more on Regenerative Agriculture. We’re delighted to share the recent interview with Nuno Mamede Santos, featured in the latest edition, number 047. A […]
As part of two exciting new projects in Angola, Nuno & Lotte at Terracrua Design embarked on a three-week journey to explore the properties and surrounding areas, delve into the agricultural history and envision a regenerative future with each property owner and/or stakeholder. One of our stops was at Fazenda Girassol, (photos above) an impressive […]
After implementing the keyline design approach and constructing these ponds, we’re thrilled to see the amazing results with the first serious rainfall. Even in an atypical winter, it’s truly marvelous to witness the ponds filling up and thriving. This is a testament to the effectiveness and ingenuity of keyline design in promoting water conservation and […]
In the Cancelas project, we are excited to announce the implementation of a ridge pond, a key feature of our water management system. Ridge ponds are designed to slow down and capture surface water runoff, allowing it to slowly infiltrate into the soil and recharge groundwater aquifers. Our ridge pond is located at a strategic […]
We are thrilled to announce the delivery of the P.E.A.R.L. of the “Light of Colos” development project, an idea in progress that aims to create an ecologically/regeneratively integrated community within the landscape. Below are some images of the lightweight structural design we developed, accompanied by budgets and implementation timelines. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to […]
Looking for inspiration to create your own self-sufficient paradise? Look no further than our recent technical visit to a sprawling 100-hectare property in the beautiful Vendas Novas area. The family behind this project is working to achieve food self-sufficiency and sovereignty, and we were honored to be a part of this exciting endeavor. During our […]
Ferraria de São João – an inspiring example of a resilient community! In 2017, the wildfires that devastated the region left the community of Ferraria de São João determined to take preventive measures to increase their safety against future fires. They knew they needed to act fast and work together to protect their homes and […]
Embarking on a property purchase journey can be both exciting and overwhelming. At Terracrua Design, we recently conducted a comprehensive prospection visit in Cadaval to support our esteemed client’s imminent property acquisition. Our team of experts meticulously evaluated every aspect of the property to provide our client with a detailed report on the property’s potential. […]
Join us for an exciting journey into a regenerative agricultural project in Santiago do Cacém! We’re thrilled to share that our team has conducted the first technical visit for a PEAR project on a beautiful 50-hectare property. With our expertise in terracrua design principles and vision, we’re excited to help transform this land into a […]
Welcome to the exciting world of regenerative agriculture! We recently had the pleasure of visiting the stunning Cucumbi Farm, which spans an impressive 100 hectares. Our goal for this initial visit was to gather valuable information that will aid in the analysis and design of an agro-regenerative structural project. And the project moves on to […]
Terracrua Design is excited to share the latest updates from our third visit to the beautiful Ferraria de São João. As part of our participatory design project, we held meetings with our partner organizations and facilitated an assembly of residents to ensure their voices were heard in decision-making processes. We also coordinated crucial maintenance work […]