ArchitectureThe Modernist is the only hotel in Faro that is inspired by modern architecture. The hotel was designed with the architectural office PAr, which specializes in the preservation of style-defining architecture. The hotel is deliberately not a copy of what is trendy today and can be seen in many places. Rather, it aims at an authentic mixture of restoration and new creation, which follows the original DNA of the house. The architecture is completed with today's technology and modernity. The materials that were used in the renovation, such as wood or marble stone, come 100% from the region or Portugal. The same goes for the furniture, around half of which were designed specifically for The Modernist by local craft firms in the style of modern architecture.

SocialOnly local people who are grateful for the employment are employed in the accommodation. Everyone is united by a passion for their work. The hosts support a cultural project together with the city administration of Faro: There, young people are taught about modern architecture. They also support the “Minecraft MI MO MO” initiative, which enables playful learning. In this way, the hosts hope to accompany and support a young generation of architects in Faro and the Algarve.

EnvironmentDuring the conversion and renovation, it was important to the hosts that all materials come from Portugal, in the best case from the region around Faro. A lot of emphasis was placed on the existing and its restoration. All suppliers are also from Portugal, so guests can sleep in local bed linen and towels, as well as Portuguese soap and shampoos. The Modernist completely dispenses with plastic. The building is equipped with solar panels so that the 300 days of sunshine in Faro can be used to generate energy. For the hosts, a low carbon footprint for products and furniture is more important than a low price.