The First Siza

The First Siza

2025
1h 0min

The First Siza is a documentary about the Four Houses—Álvaro Siza’s first built work, designed while he was still a student—and the impact of architecture on people’s lives. Centred around the reunion—60 years later—between the architect and Fernando Neto, his first client and the owner of one of the houses in Matosinhos, the film reveals how this project became a turning point in Siza’s career.

The First Siza

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The First Siza is a documentary about the Four Houses—Álvaro Siza’s first built work, designed while he was still a student—and the impact of architecture on people’s lives. Centred around the reunion—60 years later—between the architect and Fernando Neto, his first client and the owner of one of the houses in Matosinhos, the film reveals how this project became a turning point in Siza’s career.
    Released
    October 2025
    Runtime
    1h 0min
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    Status
    Released
    Language
    Portuguese
    Production
    Building Pictures
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