Interior Designers We Love In Portugal | Designers de interiores que amamos!

When it comes to places filled with beauty, Portugal is without a doubt one of the most captivating in the world. From breathtaking coastal views and rolling vineyards to historic cities lined with stunning architecture, charming interiors, and effortlessly stylish people, this country has it all! At Love Happens, we not only adore beautiful things but also take joy in celebrating the brilliant minds who create them. So today, we are honoring an incredible collection of top interior designers working throughout Portugal, our publisher KOKET’s home! Read on to discover—from north to south—some of the country’s most inspiring design talents who continue to shape spaces with creativity, elegance, and soul.
A-Z Interior Designers We Love In Portugal | Designers de interiores que amamos!
Alma Interiores

Based in Lisbon, Alma Interiores is led by Andreia Vitorino, who founded the studio with a passion for creating spaces that transform the lives of their occupants. The studio designs bespoke interiors and architectural projects with a focus on creativity, functionality, and comfort. Their work spans residential, commercial, and investment properties, with careful attention to detail, material selection, and project supervision. Alma Interiores values sustainability, energy efficiency, and ecological materials. Their projects are highly personalized, blending elegant design with practical solutions, and are executed through close collaboration with clients and trusted partners.

Ana Lucas

With roots in Brazil and a home base in Portugal since 2021, architect and designer Ana Lucas is known for her sophisticated, contemporary style infused with soul. A graduate in Architecture and Urbanism from Faculdade Estácio de Sá (2019) and certified as a Building Technician through SENAI (2014), Ana brings a strong technical foundation to her creative vision. Over more than a decade in the field, she has built her own brand, shaping projects across southern Brazil and Portugal. Versatility is her signature, allowing her to craft spaces that are both modern and deeply personal. With studios in Florianópolis and Portugal, Ana continues to leave her mark on the international design scene.

Bruno Felipe

With nearly 15 years devoted to interior design, Bruno Felipe is celebrated for transforming spaces through a distinctly artistic and emotional lens. A self-taught talent who furthered his studies in Uberlândia and at the Faculty of Architecture in Lisbon, Bruno has mastered the balance between art and functionality. Dividing his practice between Brazil and Portugal, he creates both residential and commercial environments that exude beauty, personality, and soul. Always attuned to contemporary artistic movements, his work reflects a personalized approach where every detail is infused with meaning and purpose.

Casa do Passadiço

Casa do Passadiço is a prestigious interior design firm based in Braga, Lisbon, and Porto. Founded in 1992 by Catarina Rosas, who transformed an 18th-century manor house into a showroom and atelier. Today, her daughters Cláudia and Catarina Soares Pereira lead the studio. They are known for creating sophisticated, timeless interiors that blend contemporary elegance with discreet luxury. Their signature style combines bespoke furniture, fine materials, and carefully curated details, balancing comfort with refinement. The atelier works on high-end residences, luxury boutiques, and international projects across Europe, the Middle East, and the USA, including Paris, London, Milan, Miami, and Dubai.

Clint Lewis Designs

Clint Lewis Designs is a Lisbon-based interior design studio known for creating luxurious yet liveable spaces. Led by Clint Lewis, who started his career in South Africa, the studio blends modernity with warmth, crafting interiors that reflect each client’s unique story. Their work spans private residences, high-end renovations, and bespoke projects, emphasising functionality, refined materials, and thoughtful detailing. Clint’s international experience and cultural influences shape a style that is both adaptive and distinctive. Recognised with several European design awards, the studio focuses on creating elegant, balanced, and timeless interiors where comfort and sophistication coexist seamlessly.

Cristina Jorge de Carvalho

Founded in 2000 and based in Lisbon, Cristina Jorge de Carvalho leads a cross-functional studio known for elegant, contemporary spaces that mix architecture, interior design, and bespoke furniture. Her signature style is minimalist with a bold, sculptural edge, featuring materials like marble, leather, brushed brass, and smoked glass. The studio works on luxury homes, hotels, boutiques, and private clubs across Europe and the Middle East. Notable projects include the SIC television headquarters and the luxurious EPIC Sana Marquês Hotel in Lisbon. Cristina’s work has been featured in Elle Decoration, AD, and other top design publications.

Decorações A. Fernandes
Founded in Guimarães, Decorações A. Fernandes is an interior design studio offering a wide range of services. The studio provides personalized consulting for decorating projects, helping clients transform their spaces with attention to detail and quality. Their approach combines functionality, style, and careful material selection to create harmonious and inviting interiors. With decades of experience, Decorações A. Fernandes is known for guiding clients through the entire design process, ensuring each project reflects individual taste while achieving a cohesive and refined result.
Equilíbrio Interiors
Established in 1994 by Ingrid Parnis, Equilíbrio Interiors is a renowned interior design studio located in Quinta do Lago. With over 30 years in the industry, the studio is celebrated for its ability to blend contemporary elegance with timeless design. Their showroom offers a curated selection of high-quality furniture, fabrics, and decorative items, providing clients with a comprehensive design experience. Equilíbrio Interiors specializes in creating harmonious living spaces that reflect their clients’ tastes and lifestyles, offering a full-service approach to interior design.
Gavinho Architecture & Interiors

In 2010, Inês Gavinho joined the Lisbon-based GAVINHO Architecture & Interiors, bringing a new dimension to the renowned business: architecture. Founded by her mother, Maria Gavinho, in 1990, today Inês carries on the GAVINHO legacy as the creative director while standing out for her unique vision. A vision where timeless design, quality materials, and harmony are essential. The team blends architecture and interior design with a focus on tailored, elegant spaces that are human-centered. Gavinho has worked on projects across Portugal, including exclusive villas, luxury apartments, and retail boutiques. They are known for detail-driven, polished results that feel both modern and timeless.

Guanilho Design
Guanilho Design, based in Almancil, Algarve, is a full-service architectural and interior design studio led by Francisco Guanilho Duarte. The studio offers bespoke design solutions, including custom kitchens, bathrooms, furniture, upholstery, and lighting. Always with a focus on attention to detail and client needs. Louise Gallagher, a design consultant with over 30 years of experience, brings her expertise in classic and contemporary interiors. Guanilho Design’s portfolio spans residential villas and commercial spaces, all reflecting elegance, functionality, and a personalized approach that combines Portuguese craftsmanship with international design sensibilities.
Jorge Sousa
Based in Lisbon, Jorge Sousa Santos leads a multidisciplinary studio combining architecture, interior design, and sustainable innovation. His work integrates contemporary design with considerations of economics, ecology, science, and philosophy, creating spaces that are functional, meaningful, and environmentally conscious. The studio’s portfolio includes residential villas, boutique hotels, and eco-resorts such as the Y House in Óbidos and Rio do Prado. Jorge is also an educator at Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa, bringing a thoughtful, academic perspective to design. His projects are praised for harmonising light, materials, and the built environment with their cultural and natural context.
KOKET | Janet Morais

While our founder, Janet Morais, only practices interior design on a very select project basis, it remains a deep passion of hers. Outside her high-profile interior projects, Janet leads the team at KOKET, the Portuguese-made couture furniture and lighting brand. US meets Europe with KOKET’s bold, feminine home decor. Statement designs featuring gemstones and feathers, delicate brass lighting, and endless details are sought-after jewels for just the right interior. To complement these iconic designs, the brand offers a collection of comfortable, high-end upholstery, including sofas, chairs, stools, and benches. More than just furniture and lighting, KOKET’s designs are an empowering experience to love.

LMR Arquitecturas

Mother–daughter architects Leonor and Mariana Romba bring together distinct backgrounds to form their Lisbon-based architecture and interior design studio-showroom. LMR Arquitecturas’ work blends comfort, elegance, and functionality, always with timeless detail and originality. From residential to commercial projects, including turnkey solutions and bespoke furniture and lighting, the duo creates refined, personalized environments that reflect each client’s individuality.

Maider Neto Architecture & Engineering

Established in Almancil, Maider Neto Architecture & Engineering is a distinguished studio specializing in bespoke architectural and engineering solutions. The firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including residential, commercial, and urban projects, emphasizing innovation and a client-centric approach. Their portfolio showcases luxurious private villas, resorts, and educational facilities, blending contemporary design with functionality. The team offers sustainable practices, integrating eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient solutions into their designs. With a focus on precision and craftsmanship, Maider Neto delivers spaces that harmonize with their surroundings and cater to the unique needs of each client.

Margarida Bugarim

Based in Lisbon, Margarida Bugarim leads her boutique atelier, known for creating elegant, personalised interiors that combine sophistication and comfort. The studio develops bespoke residential and commercial projects, including apartment renovations, private homes, and offices, with meticulous attention to detail. Margarida’s design approach balances contemporary elegance with functionality. A look that adapts to a variety of styles to reflect each client’s vision and lifestyle. She has completed projects for several international clients relocating to Portugal, helping them adapt traditional spaces to modern living. Her interiors are celebrated for their calm, practical, and inspiring atmosphere.

Mint Interior Design
Located in the heart of Lisbon, Mint Interior Design creates calm, modern, and elegant spaces. Founded in 2017 by Teresa Pietra Torres and joined in 2018 by Madalena Sousa Cabral, the duo brings together creativity and strong design knowledge. Their signature style mixes natural tones, balance, and comfort, always with a personalised touch. Mint specialises in turn-key interior projects for private homes, stylish short-term rentals, boutique hotels, clinics, and co-working spaces across Portugal and abroad.

Nini Andrade Silva

Born in Funchal, Madeira, Nini Andrade Silva is one of Portugal’s most internationally acclaimed interior designers. Based in Lisbon, her work spans private residences, boutique hotels, and large-scale projects worldwide. Isabel Maria (Nini)’s designs are celebrated for blending cultural references, natural materials, and sculptural forms to create spaces that are both luxurious and emotionally resonant. Beyond interiors, she designs furniture collections and pursues painting, with her artwork held in major international collections. Her projects have been in The New York Times, Wallpaper, Architectural Digest, and numerous other global publications.

Oitoemponto
Founded in 1993 by the brilliantly complementary duo Artur Miranda and Jacques Bec, Oitoemponto has become a global reference in refined, tailor-made design. The studio’s DNA is rooted in contrasts—bright yet discreet, modern yet timeless, sophisticated yet effortlessly livable. Specializing in residential, hospitality, retail, and product design, Oitoemponto is celebrated for creating unique environments that marry elegance with comfort, always customized to the soul of each project. With flagship spaces in Porto, Lisbon, and Paris, the studio continues to shape the international design landscape with a singular balance of artistry and precision.
RIMA

Founded in Lisbon by mother–daughter duo Alice and Rita dos Santos, RIMA is an interior design studio dedicated to crafting refined and deeply personal spaces. Alice brings over three decades of expertise in furniture and craftsmanship, while Rita contributes a fresh, contemporary vision, making their collaboration both balanced and unique. Drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean, their designs are natural, elegant, and organic, seamlessly blending functionality with beauty. From residential renovations to bespoke commercial and hospitality projects, RIMA delivers turnkey solutions defined by authenticity, creativity, and soul.

Rita Glória

Founded in Lisbon in 2010 by Rita Glória, this well-known studio now has a growing team of six designers and marketers, including architects Leonor de Matos, Alice Serra, and Mariana Carvalho, plus marketing coordinators Madalena Moreira and Teresa Santos. Rita has been the resident decorator on the popular Portuguese TV show “Querido Mudei a Casa” since 2011. She is recognized for bold transformations—from Mediterranean-style gardens and kitchen redesigns to open‑plan living renovations.

Rita Salgueiro

Founded in Lisbon by Rita Salgueiro, her eponymous atelier delivers bespoke architecture and interior design services. Always driven by elegance, personalization, and exclusivity. Each project blends refined aesthetics with functionality and deep attention to detail, addressing the unique identity and vision of the client. The studio offers fully tailored services, ranging from strategic consultancy to complete turnkey renovations, including custom furniture design, curated art and décor, and meticulous project management. Rita Salgueiro’s work embodies timeless luxury through craftsmanship, innovation, and a global design sensibility.

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Rita Valadão

Interior designer Rita Valadão, based in Lisbon, is known for her calm, tactile aesthetic and ability to create interiors that feel both grounded and refined. Her work often features warm neutrals, curved forms, handcrafted ceramics, and layered textiles, drawing on Mediterranean influences with a soft, feminine edge. Rita specialises in residential spaces and creative studios, with a focus on atmosphere and emotional flow. In one standout project, she transformed a small Lisbon apartment into a soothing retreat using muted tones, arched openings, and a mix of custom furniture and vintage finds sourced from local markets.

Explore Rita Valadão’s Liberdade 204 project, home to the beautiful kitchen below!
Roof Design Studio

Founded in 1999, Roof Design Studio offers a creative and sustainable approach to interior design. The team combines innovative design with eco-friendly materials and practices. Their signature style mixes modern minimalism with warm, natural textures, creating spaces that are both stylish and environmentally conscious. Roof Design Studio specialises in residential projects, boutique hotels, and commercial spaces. They have worked with a range of high-profile clients, blending functionality, personalization, and contemporary comfort to make each project unique.

Sabrab

Located in Lisbon, Sabrab, led by Miguel Barbas is an architecture and engineering studio with over 17 years of experience. Many know the firm for its ability to blend innovation and sustainability with a deep respect for historical and natural contexts. Its portfolio includes landmark projects such as the Forte da Graça, where heritage preservation meets contemporary design. In addition to residences in Comporta, Melides, and Quinta da Marinha, which harmonize luxury living with environmental responsibility. Sabrab’s approach combines aesthetic refinement, functionality, and cutting-edge sustainable technologies, creating architectural solutions that transform spaces and enrich lives.

Santiago Studio

Based in Lisbon, led by Rute Santiago, SANTIAGO STUDIO is driven by a young, highly qualified team of interior architects, interior designers, furniture and textile designers. The studio’s mission is to challenge repetitive decorative styles, offering personalized projects as unique as fingerprints. It provides full-service solutions—including interior architecture, furniture design, decoration, project management, and construction supervision—for residential, commercial, and public spaces. Their approach translates clients’ personalities into functional, timeless environments using the latest materials, finishes, and design techniques. The creative process is collaborative and meticulous, aiming to exceed expectations and improve everyday living.

Tangerinas & Pêssegos

Founded by Manuela Babo & Matilde Babo, Tangerinas & Pêssegos dedicates itself to transforming interiors into warm, distinctive spaces that reflect the personality and lifestyle of each client. With a portfolio spanning diverse residential projects, the studio combines elegance, comfort, and functionality. Always guided by careful attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Each project is approached individually, inspired by its surroundings and the aspirations of its inhabitants. The beautiful result: interiors that are both welcoming and uniquely personal.

Traço Magenta
Founded in 2006 by designers Susana Borges, Traço Magenta is an interior design studio based in Lisbon known for its passion and creativity. The team develops functional and original concepts that aim to surprise, inspire, and improve quality of life. Their portfolio ranges from large-scale projects to smaller, intimate spaces, always marked by a distinctive and personalized design approach. With a focus on detail and a deep commitment to innovation, Traço Magenta transforms each project into a unique environment. Always striving to balance functionality with imagination.

Viterbo Interior Design

Founded in 1979 by Graça Viterbo, Viterbo Interior Design is today led by her daughter, Gracinha Viterbo, a celebrated creative director known internationally for her refined, emotive, and bespoke approach. Based in Cascais, the studio has completed high-end projects across Europe, Africa, Brazil, and Asia, blending Portuguese elegance with global influences. Supported by a multidisciplinary team including her husband Miguel Stucky Vieira da Rocha, with whom she joined forces in 2001, and in-house workshops, Viterbo delivers meticulously crafted interiors for private residences, hotels, and commercial spaces. Gracinha’s award-winning work, published worldwide, reflects her belief in design as a tool for empowerment, creating unique, layered atmospheres that embody each client’s story.

Wrapping Up the Top Interior Designers We Love in Portugal
We hope you have enjoyed this list of top interior designers from across the beautiful country of Portugal! These top designers bring beauty, style, knowledge, and finesse to the built world of interiors in Portugal.
Words by Francisca Magalhães | Edited by Anna Bimba
Feature Photo Courtesy of Viterbo Interior Design
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