Meet Lara, the founder

Lara Matos, graduated in Interior Design from IADE – Creative University in 1995 and in Architecture from Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa in 2002. Her professional career as an interior designer began at the António César and Dulce Loução studio, and upon completing her Architecture degree, she joined Promontório Arquitectos, where she worked for five years. Since then, she has developed partnerships with architects and interior designers and has worked as a consultant for real estate development companies. In 2018, she founded her own studio.

“ Designing timeless spaces through vision, precision and an uncompromising commitment to excellence.”

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Services, at the studio

Guided by a philosophy rooted in meaning, responsibility and long-term value, the Studio offers a fully integrated approach to architecture, interior design, decoration, lighting design and consultancy.

We accompany each project from its earliest concept to final execution, including space planning, technical coordination, material selection and on-site supervision, ensuring coherence, quality and precision at every stage.

Our practice focuses on high-end residential and hospitality projects, where spatial identity, atmosphere and user experience are essential. Each space is conceived as a unique expression of lifestyle, function and emotion.

Through close collaboration and a highly personalised approach, we translate our clients’ aspirations into refined, timeless and carefully crafted environments.

Our consultancy services provide strategic guidance in design, positioning, materials, lighting and spatial optimisation, supporting informed decisions and long-term investment value.

Every project is developed with rigour, discretion and meticulous attention to detail, reflecting our commitment to excellence and to spaces designed to endure.

  • We design spaces that balance concept, function and context.

  • Thoughtful interiors shaped by materiality, light and everyday use.

  • We create hospitality projects that combine identity, comfort and operational intelligence.

  • Light as an architectural tool.

  • Strategic design guidance from concept to execution.

  • Through careful styling and spatial balance, we enhance a property’s character and potential, creating an immediate emotional connection.