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Between Art and Craft: “Manifesto” by João Bruno Videira at Cultural Center Cascais

PC Staff — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:03:39 +0000

From February 6 to April 19, 2026, the Cascais Cultural Center presents Manifesto, a new exhibition by Portuguese artist João Bruno Videira. This thoughtfully curated show invites visitors to slow down and engage with works that sit between art, design, and craft, offering a quietly powerful experience that feels both deeply rooted and unmistakably contemporary. Videira’s practice is centered on textile manipulation, with wool as his primary medium. A traditional Portuguese material, wool is transformed here through bold color, sculptural […]

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Lisbon Design Week, Celebration of Creativity, 27-31 May

PC Staff — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:42:19 +0000

As Lisbon continues to cement its reputation as one of Europe’s most dynamic creative capitals, Lisbon Design Week returns in 2026 with its most ambitious edition yet. Taking place across approximately 80 venues throughout the city, the five-day event will spotlight more than 150 creators working across furniture, interiors, textiles, craftsmanship, architecture, fashion, and collectible design. From historic chapels and private apartments to galleries, ateliers, and hotels, Lisbon Design Week once again transforms the city into an immersive showcase of […]

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“Design in São Bento – Traces of Portuguese Culture”, Tours of the Prime Minister’s Residence

Greg Boegner — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:15:18 +0000

Visit the official residence of the Portuguese Prime Minister and see unique examples of national design, heritage and culture. Design in São Bento – Traces of Portuguese Culture is an “exhibition” presented by MUDE (Museum of Design and Fashion) offering a rare invitation inside the residence to examine works by noted Portuguese artists. Guided tours are scheduled for the first Sunday of each month only, on first-come-first-served basis. Visitors will walk through the main rooms of the residence where decorative […]

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Associative Design – The Best of Portugal

Greg Boegner — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 12:44:00 +0000

For centuries, Portugal has excelled in the tradecraft of furniture design and production. Still today, innovative design and quality craftsmanship continues. To promote this ingenuity of Portuguese technology and design, the Portuguese Association of Wood and Furniture Industries (AIMMP) created Associative Design – The Best of Portugal. This showcase of top Portuguese furniture designers makes stops at the world´s most respected furniture and design exhibitions. Launched in 2017, the Associative Design Challenge invited fifteen Portuguese and international designers to submit […]

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Boutique Hotels Algarve

P. Simão — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 15:14:32 +0000

Algarve’s stunning southern coastal location and natural surroundings makes for the ideal travel getaway. Experience the Algarve in the comfort of luxurious, trendy and contemporary boutique hotels. Portugal Confidential invites you to explore our fine collection of ‘Boutique Hotels Algarve’ perfect for your stay in the Algarve. BOUTIQUE HOTELS ALGARVE Hotel Bela Vista – Fun, Funky and Fashionable in Portimão (Pictured at top as well.) An exquisitely-renovated palecete on the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic is the center point of a […]

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Hotel Teatro – Dramatic Boutique Hotel in Porto

Greg Boegner — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 20:17:27 +0000

Hotel Teatro has all of the drama and bohemian ambiance of a historic cultural arts theatre. And, as well it should. This hotel sits on the spot formerly held by the Baquet Theatre, which was inaugurated in 1859. But now, a century and a half later, the former palace of arts is succeeded by a unique contemporary boutique hotel with all of the charm of its predecessor. If you’re in to cool, design hotels, check out Hotel Teatro. You’ll likely […]

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Contemporary & Cool Furniture of Cristina Jorge de Carvalho

Greg Boegner — Mon, 27 Jun 2016 17:13:36 +0000

Portugal has a rich heritage of creating fine, high-quality products, from footwear and clothing, to wine and ceramics. Furniture production is also an industry where craftsmanship reigns supreme. Add a touch of inspired design and you’ve got a chic and beautiful line of innovative furniture. It’s the Cristina Jorge de Carvalho Furniture Collection, designed and produced in Portugal to be enjoyed throughout the world. Born in Mozambique, Cristina was raised in Lisbon and graduated from ISCTE business school, before moving […]

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Art Nouveau Museum (Museu Arte Nova) in Aveiro

P. Simão — Mon, 25 Jan 2016 10:12:14 +0000

Few know that Aveiro is a true center for the Paris-school of art nouveau architecture. The city center is full of spectacular buildings façades featuring this distinctive style of design. The Museu de Arte Nova honors the Portuguese heritage of art nouveau. At the entrance of the museum guests are greeted with a tile mural featuring seagulls, ducks and other Art Nouveau motifs. Inside, a road map suggests routes that design aficionados can take to see all of the amazing […]

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