Portugal

Designed by the architects of MT.A Studio, Tarô combines a café, concept store and tattoo studio within a compact three-level interior in the historic district of Alfama, Lisbon. The architects were commissioned to transform a heritage building located near one of the city’s oldest surviving houses, working under strict preservation regulations that limited structural intervention, mechanical systems and acoustic impact. Xenia Bunina Caption Xenia Bunina Xenia Bunina The architects developed an interior strategy focused on spatial continuity rather than separating the three programs. A sculptural deep-green architectural volume becomes the central element of the project, extending across levels to for... More

As part of an international hairdressing chain’s rebranding to “C&SH,” MT.A’s design influenced both the visual and conceptual identity of the brand. A material palette of oak, metal, tile, and exposed brick merges authenticity with sophistication. This understated yet luxurious selection aligns with the brand's new identity, bringing warmth and a premium, welcoming atmosphere. Custom furniture enhances the functionality of the space: shelving units vary in height to showcase products to passersby, while hairdresser cabinets incorporate hidden wiring for future scalability. Maria Sher Special touches include a custom black bag chair from Minsk, quirky and contemporary, as well as bag stands made from 500-ye... More

The CC House, also known as Quinta dos Carvalhos, is a project that stands out for its profound harmony between architecture and nature. Set on a two-hectare plot in the Leiria region, the house was designed with an unwavering respect for the surrounding environment, where the built structure does not impose itself on the landscape but rather adapts to it. The result is an organic and sensitive integration that transforms the house into a refuge where the natural and the constructed coexist in perfect harmony. Ivo Tavares - Fotógrafo Arquitectura Portuguesa Ivo Tavares - Fotógrafo Arquitectura Portuguesa The layout of the four buildings that make up CC House—Garage, Barn, Bell House, and Black Bird House&mdash... More

The Ponto C - Cultura e Criatividade project is more than just a new space in the city of Penafiel. It contributes to a transformation in the city’s urban fabric. A new entrance and a new connection with the southern area allow for structured expansion, putting aside the phrase that echoed for years as “the city split down the middle.” A renewed proximity with the historic center: what was once “the back” is now a carefully designed front, facing Praça de S. Martinho. Ivo Tavares Studio Caption Anticipating a large volumetric presence and considering the difference in topography, the building hides itself among planted greenery and magnolias. The presence of the old structure remains, giving w... More

A renovation project in an apartment part of the iconic Terraços de Bragança complex, designed by architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, on the slopes of Rua do Alecrim in Lisbon. GV+A The proposal was based on the need to enlarge and smooth out the social spaces of the apartment, which had previously been compartmentalized. The demolition of a small suite and the pantry made it possible to reorganize the kitchen area, now with a full view of the Tagus River and marked by a generous central island that structures the space. GV+A The dining and living rooms, originally separated by a wall, were unified into a single continuous environment, defined around a bioethanol fireplace. This element, proposed as a focal point,... More

This project consists of the rehabilitation and extension of a building in Lisbon’s Campo de Ourique district. While preserving the original architectural character, the intervention sought to adapt the building and its apartments to contemporary standards of comfort and functionality. GV+A GV+A GV+A Our team was responsible for the execution project, construction and site supervision, ensuring that design intentions were fully translated into built reality. The process was guided by great respect for the building’s historical identity. Key objectives included optimizing construction costs, improving the spatial quality of the interiors, and re-establishing a closer relationship between the façade and the... More

Located on one of Lisbon's most iconic avenues, next to Eduardo VII Park—the city's large green lung—this 1947 building underwent extensive renovation, in a process that balanced heritage preservation with the functional and aesthetic updates necessary for a luxury residential building. GV+A GV+A The project integrated different areas of action: the renovation of common areas, the refurbishment of several apartments, and the parking lot. All proposals were implemented with the aim of giving the building a new lease on life, without ever losing its original identity. GV+A GV+A Classified as Municipal Heritage in the Heritage Charter, the building presented several technical and regulatory limitations that re... More

Developed over three floors, the five-bedroom single-family home is spread over two floors above ground level and one floor below, incorporating a swimming pool and landscaped outdoor areas. The upper floor houses a roofed garage for four cars and five bicycles, a suite, and a support area, connected to the vertical communications. GV+A On the ground floor, three suites—two with direct access to a shared balcony—are distributed around the main hall, complemented by stairs and an elevator, ensuring comfort and fluidity of movement. GV+A The lower floor includes a suite, living room, and kitchenette, as well as the technical area that houses all the equipment necessary for the functioning of the house, with direct acce... More

Spread over six floors, the project aims to rehabilitate the historic building of the former Bristol Club, respecting its memory and heritage value. GV+A GV+A GV+A On the ground floor, the lobby, bar, restaurant, and multipurpose room reinterpret the original atmosphere, with wood, marble, boiseries, and crafted ceilings, evoking the sophistication of the old Gentleman's Clubs. GV+A GV+A GV+A GV+A The bar recreates an intimate and classic atmosphere, while the restaurant is organized around a central core with curved benches, preserving original sculptures by Leopoldo de Almeida. GV+A GV+A GV+A GV+A The upper floors accommodate the rooms, which are in light tones, with custom-designe... More

The Floene Group is Portugal's largest gas distribution operator, operating in over a hundred municipalities from north to south. To renovate its headquarters, the company tasked Vector Mais with the project at Torres de Lisboa, with architectural design by the Fragmentos studio. Spread across three floors of Tower A, the office design is rooted in Floene's identity, showcasing various environments that incorporate the brand's blue palette and repurposed old gas meters as decorative elements. Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais The workspace combines open areas with enclosed spaces that serve as offices or meeting rooms, offering diverse environments for working, collaborating, and socializing. The project entailed a complet... More

Founded in 1977, NAOS is present in 130 countries and is responsible for three recognized cosmetics brands (Bioderma, Institut Esthderm, and Etat Pur) produced according to ecobiology concepts. For its office in the WTC Building in Carnaxide, NAOS Portugal challenged Vector Mais to create a comfortable and inspiring working environment for its team. Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais The design reflects the brand's identity and connection with the dermatological universe, incorporating rounded shapes and organic lines. It promotes a space that favors well-being and creativity. Sustainability, a central theme in the NAOS universe, was translated into physical space through e... More

Part of the BW Group, founded in 1955, BW Energy was established in 2016 as the Norwegian company's E&P (exploration and production) affiliate for natural gas and oil. Determined to expand its presence in Portugal, BW Energy turned to Vector Mais and CBRE to shape its office in Lagoas Park in Oeiras. Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Wanting to offer its employees the best conditions, BW Energy wanted to create an inviting office that promoted collaboration. This objective was achieved by building various spaces to work and meet and carefully choosing local materials such as cork and comfortable and functional furniture (supplied by Vector Mais). Inspired by the company's identity, a b... More

Celebrating three decades of its five-star service, Penha Longa Resort renewed its image with the participation of Vector Mais, who was responsible for the renovation work on the rooms and suites. Designed by London-based studio Goddard Littlefair, the new accommodations were inspired by the landscape of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, bringing the spaces of this Ritz-Carlton unit the necessary modernity and lightness. Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais Vector Mais thoroughly intervened in the bedroom area, renewing all coverings and technical installations. The original stones were recovered in the bathrooms, which, combined with new carpentry elements, ensured greater functionality. Vector Mais Vector Mais V... More

Developed across three levels, this residence is organized vertically, with a clear articulation of functional and material stratification across its volumes. Caption Caption The upper floor, set back from the main alignment, houses the garage and gym. Clad in black perforated metal, this volume takes on a technical and lightweight character, minimizing its visual impact through its recessed positioning. Caption Caption The intermediate floor accommodates four bedrooms within a robust and introspective exposed concrete volume, ensuring privacy and visual containment. Caption Caption The lower floor is predominantly glazed, fostering a strong connection to the garden and outdoor pool. It houses the social are... More