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Openbook was founded in 2007 as an architectural and design firm. Through the years we have expanded our universe to offer an integrated experience. Today, we represent the Openbook Group, where different worlds – Openbook Architecture, Openbook Real Estate, Openbook Studio, Openbook Engineering, and Openbook Design – collide to make spaces expand.

Integra, Ground UP and Independent Brokers operate on new coordinates within the group: project delivery, real estate development and investment brokerage.

The Manifesto

At Openbook, we are driven by a profound commitment to advancing human-space interactions. We recognize that spaces have the power to shape our lives, influence our behaviors, and inspire our aspirations.

That is why we approach spatial transformation as a collective effort of individual expertise, ranging from Architecture, Interior Design, Design, to Real Estate and Engineering solutions.

The Manifesto

This independence empowers our teams to explore their respective subjects, honing their skills and staying at the forefront of their industries. When faced with complex challenges or opportunities that require a multidisciplinary perspective, our business units come together synergistically. This collaboration isn’t just a merger of skills; it’s a fusion of diverse knowledge and experiences.

We value the freedom to express ourselves and explore subjects thoroughly, uncovering new possibilities and enjoying the unrestricted pursuit of knowledge. Transparency is, after all, what our name is all about – Openbook.

It’s this synergy between autonomy and unity that defines our approach as Openbook Group and consistently delivers exceptional spatial solutions for our clients.

The Driving Forces

01

A Space to Create

At Openbook, we foster a space of creativity and collaboration, where trying new things is not only safe but encouraged. Our space welcomes everyone, every background, and every project.

02

A Transparent Attitude

Being transparent and forthcoming is central to the Openbook culture. We don’t under or oversell. We tailor our work exactly to what the client needs. And we strive to promote a fair and inclusive work culture where everyone has the same opportunities.

03

An Open Mind

Being open-minded has allowed us to have a diverse team of experts and to find creative solutions to challenging problems. Openbook’s business model rests on the freedom to explore and experiment to unleash our creative potential.

04

A Collaborative Approach

At Openbook, collaboration is the key to our delivery. Knowing what skills are needed and curating them together is what guarantees the uniqueness of our output.

05

A Seamless Experience

Our strength at Openbook lies in understanding what our client needs and seamlessly merging our individual expertise in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

A Space to Create

01

At Openbook, we foster a space of creativity and collaboration, where trying new things is not only safe but encouraged. Our space welcomes everyone, every background, and every project.

A Transparent Attitude

02

Being transparent and forthcoming is central to the Openbook culture. We don’t under or oversell. We tailor our work exactly to what the client needs. And we strive to promote a fair and inclusive work culture where everyone has the same opportunities.

An Open Mind

03

Being open-minded has allowed us to have a diverse team of experts and to find creative solutions to challenging problems. Openbook’s business model rests on the freedom to explore and experiment to unleash our creative potential.

A Collaborative Approach

04

At Openbook, collaboration is the key to our delivery. Knowing what skills are needed and curating them together is what guarantees the uniqueness of our output.

A Seamless Experience

05

Our strength at Openbook lies in understanding what our client needs and seamlessly merging our individual expertise in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

PEOPLE

We have all come from different places, studied different authors, met different people, but we share a set of core values that represents who we are and how we work together.

Get to know us

Careers

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Awards &
Honorable Mentions

Awards

2026
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS 2026

Best Commercial Firm 2026

International
2026
KAIZEN™ Awards Portugal

Culture of Excellence Award

Portugal
2025
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE AWARDS

Mutual Building – Winner – Architectectural Design / Commercial Architecture

International
2025
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE AWARDS

Large Firm of the Year – Commercial and Industrial Interior Design

International
2025
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE AWARDS

Cloudflare – Honorable Mention – Interior Design Workplaces Interior

International
2025
PRÉMIOS DO IMOBILIÁRIO '25 Expresso / SIC Notícias

Cloudflare Project – Interior Architecture Office

Lisboa, Portugal
2025
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS 2025

Best Commercial Firm 2025

International
2024
LOOP Design Awards

GALP – People’s Choice Award Winner 2024

International
2024
LOOP Design Awards

Winner – Office of the Year 2024

International
2024
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2024

GALP Head Office – Honorable Mention – Workplaces Interior

International
2024
INT Awards

GALP Head Office – Category: Spaces – Offices

International
2024
INT Awards

RITZ Pool Bar – Hospitality – Bars

International
2024
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS

Winner – Public Vote: Bars and Wineries

International
2023
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2023

Nestlé – Interior design / Workplaces

International
2023
Prémios do Imobiliário

São Carlos – Winner – Residential / Interior Architecture

Portugal
2023
Prémios Construir

São Carlos – Architecture / Rehabilitation Project

Portugal
2023
Loop Design Awards 2023

Best Commerical Firm / Best Firm Award Winner

International
2023
Loop Design Awards 2023

Category Winner and People’s Choice Award Winner – Travel | Best Bar

International
2023
Loop Design Awards 2023

Miniclip Offices – Interior Offices / Citation Winner

International
2023
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS 2023

Nestlé – Interior design / Workplaces

International
2023
2023 Design & Build Awards - BUILD Magazine

Best Multi-Disciplinary Architecture Studio 2023

International
2023
IDA Design awards

Ritz Pool and Terrace – Silver Award – Architecture Categories / Swimming Pool and Terrace

International
2023
IDA Design Awards

Hotel Ritz – Galerias Ritz Bronze Award – Architecture Categories / Commercial Building

International
2022
Prémios Construir ‘22

Best Architecture Studio

Portugal
2022
RTF – RETHINKING THE FUTURE

Quinta da Marinha – Runner-Up (Third Award) – Private Residence (Small-Medium) (Built)

International
2021
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2021

Honorable Mention – Architectural Design/ Residential Architecture (Single Family)

Lisboa, Portugal
2021
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2021

PHC Headquarters – Honorable Mention Architectural Design / Commercial Architecture

Lisboa, Portugal
2021
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2021

PHC Headquarters – Winner Interior design / Workplaces

Cascais, Portugal
2020
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2020

KPMG – Honorable Mention Interior design / Workplaces

Lisboa, Portugal
2019
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2019

Microsoft Portugal Offices – Honorable Mention Interior design / Workplaces

Lisboa, Portugal
2019
PRÉMIO NACIONAL DE REABILITAÇÃO URBANA 2019

VdA – Vieira de Almeida Offices – Best Energy Efficiency Solution

Lisboa, Portugal
2019
PRÉMIOS DO IMOBILIÁRIO EXPRESSO/ SIC NOTICIAS

VdA -Vieira de Almeida Offices – Urban Rehabilitation / Offices

Lisboa, Portugal
2019
2019 INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECTURE AWARD (o prémio está na PMC)

Vda – Vieira de Almeida Offices

Lisboa, Portugal
2019
CCP – CLUBE DE CRIATIVOS (inscrição da By)

Sandeman Cellars – Interior Design

Porto, Portugal
2019
‘BEST OF WINE TOURISM 2019’ AWARDS (inscrição da By)

Sandeman Cellars – Best Project of the Year – Art&Culture

Porto, Portugal
2018
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS 2018

VdA – Vieira de Almeida Offices – Jury Prize + Popular Vote – Architecture + Workplace

Lisboa, Portugal
2018
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2018

VdA – Vieira de Almeida Offices – Interior Design / Workplaces

Lisboa, Portugal
2018
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2018

VdA – Vieira de Almeida Office – Architectural Design / Restoration & Renovation

Lisboa, Portugal
2018
PRÉMIO NACIONAL DE REABILITAÇÃO URBANA 2018

Abreu Advogados Office – Retail & Services

Lisboa, Portugal
2018
PRÉMIO NACIONAL DO IMOBILIÁRIO 2018

Vieira de Almeida Office – Workplace / Rehabilitation

Lisboa, Portugal
2018
SAPA AWARDS 2018

Abreu Advogados Offices – Workplace / Rehabilitation

Lisboa, Portugal
2018
PRÉMIOS SIL DO IMOBILIÁRIO 2018

Hospital da Luz Vila Real – Urban Rehabilitation / Commercial & Services

Vila Real, Portugal
2018
PRÉMIOS SIL DO IMOBILIÁRIO 2018

Urban Rehabilitation

Lisboa, Portugal
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS 2026