We are building an eco-resort
and cultural center in the Azores, serving as a hub for regeneration.
We invite individuals and initiatives committed to sustainable living to join us in cultivating positive impact.
We are building an eco-resort and cultural center in the Azores, serving as a hub for regeneration.
We invite individuals and initiatives committed to
sustainable living to join us in cultivating positive impact.
São
Miguel
Azores
We are now doing interim use of the 2.5-hectare property in Porto Formoso, which features historical buildings, a 6000m2 orchard, and a beach.
The location is surrounded by waterfalls, geothermal baths, lakes, and natural reservoirs, Offering an ideal setting for our sustainable resort and community.
VISION
We believe in creating a regenerative environment that harmonizes with nature, people, and spaces.
Our vision is to establish an eco-resort and cultural center by the ocean that gathers makers, researchers and initiatives, who are dedicated to regeneration and sustainable living.
Positioned as a hub for exchange, inspiration, activism, and mutual empowerment, Ser Água is rooted in a culture of openness, solidarity, and community experimentation.
Spaces
From 2026 various accommodation options will be built, including houses, studios, and apartments with ocean views. Additionally, the refurbished old house will feature coworking space, a common living room, and a kitchen.
Houses
T2 • 80 m²
two-bedroom
3 units
T1 • 72 m²
one-bedroom, two floors
3 units
T1 • 57m²
one-bedroom
4 units
Houses
Studios
Studios & Apartments
T0 • 43 m²
standalone studios
with balcony
7 units
T0 • 35 m²
apartments with mini kitchen and balcony
8 units
Community Areas
Ser Água’s communal spaces will include dining areas, a bakery, communal kitchens, a reception area, a shop, a sauna and natural swimming pool space, a learning center, a private beach, a multi purpose Workshop and a 6000m² food forest and permaculture garden.
Community Areas
Regenerative Principles
Ser Água is built around regenerative principles, including Carbon Architecture, Rebuilding, Degraded Land Restoration, Compostation, Sustainable Energy Consumption, Conservation of Freshwater, and Restoration of Water Cycles.
Our focus on sustainability aligns with the LEED
rating system and targets SDGs 6, 9, 11, 12, and 13.
Clean Water
and Sanitation
Industry, Innovation
and Infrastructure
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Responsible
Consumption
and Production
Climate Action
Cooperative Model
The cooperative operates on democratic principles.
Each member has an equal vote in decision-making processes, regardless of their level of investment.
This inclusive model enables members to develop Ser Água within a collective vision, promoting diversity and ensuring that decisions reflect the interests and needs of the community. It also empowers members to actively participate.
Co-Ownership
Investment
Investing in a membership at Ser Água automatically makes you a co-owner of our cooperative.
of access per year
paid monthly
after 5 years of operations
You will have free access for 90 days per year to low-season accommodation at Ser Água within the first 5 years, and then you will have the option to move in full-time if you wish. Your initial investment will determine which accommodation you can use, ranging from a 35 m² apartment with balcony to a 80 m² house with ocean view.
Beyond Traditional Tourism
Ser Água aims to disrupt the conventional tourism model, which often prioritizes short-term gains over long-term environmental stewardship. Our goal is to create an alternative approach that integrates sustainability into every aspect of the guest experience. Visitors to Ser Água engage not only in relaxation but also in regenerative activities that contribute to the preservation and restoration of the local ecosystem.
Our cultural center will offer opportunities for education and dialogue, hosting workshops, conferences, and events focused on sustainable development and ecological issues. Especially during the low season, we strive to foster long-term thinking and action among our guests, encouraging them to engage with pressing climate and environmental challenges.
Between the months of October and March, Ser Água also operates on a membership basis. Members pay an annual fee, can stay up to 90 days per year, and enjoy all the benefits of the resort within a vibrant international community of digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and artists. Each member receives a certain amount of tokens to be spent during their stay or at local establishments around Porto Formoso. If the tokens are not used, they can be cashed out at the end of the respective year at a discount of 50%. The other 50% will be designated to support land regeneration projects around Ser Água. The low season in São Miguel is peaceful, and temperatures are mild, making it a perfect time for seasonal remote work, surrounded by nature and like-minded people.
Network
Milestones
Down payment
and first sight stay
Get in Touch
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, want more information, or are interested in participating, reach out to us and discover how Ser Água can be a part of your journey toward a sustainable and regenerative living.
Get to know us
If you want to meet with us digitally, feel free to book a 20-minute virtual meeting. We are happy to answer your questions on the go.
Who We Are
Australian music producer and sound engineer. Since 2009, he has driven the remarkable transformation of La Briche, a 19th-century agroindustrial ruin in France, into a flourishing residential recording studio, event space, and creative hub.
Calendar
Welcome to Ser Água’s activity calendar! We’ve created a diverse and exciting lineup of possible activities. We’d love to hear your ideas too! What activities would you like to host at Ser Água? What would you love to see here?
Please fill out the form to submit your activity proposals. If your application is selected, you’ll have the opportunity to bring your project to life at Ser Água.
Programm:
Ancestral Knowledge Summit
Date:
SUN
17.11. 2024
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