Casa dos Bicos is located in Lisbon, Portugal. Built-in the early 16th century in the Alfama neighbourhood, the house has a unique façade of spikes, influenced by Italian Renaissance palaces and Portuguese Manueline styles. Today, the building houses the José Saramago Foundation, dedicated to the renowned Portuguese writer and Nobel laureate, José Saramago. The foundation promotes cultural and literary activities, making Casa dos Bicos not only a visual delight for architecture enthusiasts but also a hub for cultural appreciation and intellectual pursuits in the heart of Lisbon's historic centre.