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.
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.
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.
Careers
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Awards &
Honorable Mentions
Awards
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 AWARDS A+AWARDS 2025
Best Commercial Firm 2025
Lisboa, Portugal
2024
LOOP Design Awards
GALP – People’s Choice Award Winner 2024
Lisboa, Portugal
2024
LOOP Design Awards
Winner – Office of the Year 2024
Lisboa, Portugal
2024
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2024
GALP Head Office – Honorable Mention – Workplaces Interior
Lisboa, Portugal
2024
INT Awards
GALP Head Office – Category: Spaces – Offices
Lisboa, Portugal
2024
INT Awards
RITZ Pool Bar – Hospitality – Bars
Lisboa, Portugal
2024
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS
Winner – Public Vote: Bars and Wineries
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE 2023
Nestlé – Interior design / Workplaces
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
Prémios do Imobiliário
São Carlos – Winner – Residential / Interior Architecture
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
Prémios Construir
São Carlos – Architecture / Rehabilitation Project
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
Loop Design Awards 2023
Best Commerical Firm / Best Firm Award Winner
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
Loop Design Awards 2023
Category Winner and People’s Choice Award Winner – Travel | Best Bar
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
Loop Design Awards 2023
Miniclip Offices – Interior Offices / Citation Winner
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
ARCHITIZER A+AWARDS 2023
Nestlé – Interior design / Workplaces
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
2023 Design & Build Awards - BUILD Magazine
Best Multi-Disciplinary Architecture Studio 2023
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
IDA Design awards
Ritz Pool and Terrace – Silver Award – Architecture Categories / Swimming Pool and Terrace
Lisboa, Portugal
2023
IDA Design Awards
Hotel Ritz – Galerias Ritz Bronze Award – Architecture Categories / Commercial Building
Lisboa, Portugal
2022
Prémios Construir ‘22
Best Architecture Studio
Lisboa, Portugal
2022
RTF – RETHINKING THE FUTURE
Quinta da Marinha – Runner-Up (Third Award) – Private Residence (Small-Medium) (Built)
Cascais, Portugal
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
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