Contacto Atlântico

Contacto Atlântico is a Portuguese architecture practice founded in 1996 by architect André Caiado, with offices in Lisbon and São Paulo. The firm describes itself as a leading architecture firm in Portugal and is positioned among the country's top practices, offering integrated architecture, engineering, interior design and landscape architecture services. Its multidisciplinary team — architects, engineers, interior designers and landscape architects — works across residential, flexible workspace, hospitality, healthcare and urban planning sectors. The practice is known for a contemporary, sustainable design approach that balances functionality, design quality and long-term value. It incorporates advanced technologies into its design process, including BIM, 3D visualisation through virtual reality, and sustainable construction strategies. Its engineering department, with more than 15 years of experience, covers water and sewage, gas, structures, electricity, telecommunications, acoustics, mechanics, energy certification, technical management and lighting. Contacto Atlântico has worked with a range of high-profile clients and projects, including Zara Rossio, Diário de Notícias, LINEA Residences, Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, CAIS 5, Louis Vuitton, Armani Store, Max Mara Store, Blue Palace, Jamie Oliver's Pizzeria, the Yacht Club of Cascais and Nestlé. The firm operates internationally, with a presence in both Portugal and Brazil, and collaborates with clients on a global scale. In 2025, the firm received the Atelier of the Year award at the Construir Awards, reinforcing its reputation as one of the leading architecture firms in Lisbon. Its success is attributed to a highly skilled team with over 30 years of combined experience and a commitment to quality, efficiency and attention to detail.

Contacto Atlântico was founded in 1996 by architect André Caiado in Portugal. From its base in Lisbon, the practice grew into a multidisciplinary architecture firm with an international footprint, later opening an office in São Paulo, Brazil. Over nearly three decades, it built a reputation for quality, efficiency and attention to detail, working across residential, flexible workspace, hospitality, healthcare and urban planning sectors. The firm's integrated structure brings together architects, engineers, interior designers and landscape architects, allowing it to manage projects comprehensively from concept through construction. Its engineering team has accumulated more than 15 years of specialised experience, covering disciplines from structural and electrical engineering to acoustics, energy certification and lighting. The practice has also embraced digital tools such as BIM and virtual-reality 3D visualisation, alongside sustainable construction strategies. Contacto Atlântico has collaborated on a diverse portfolio of projects and with a range of clients, including retail brands such as Zara, Louis Vuitton, Armani and Max Mara, media institution Diário de Notícias, hospitality venues including Blue Palace and Jamie Oliver's Pizzeria, and public and residential projects such as Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, LINEA Residences and CAIS 5. Its landscape department has worked on projects including Nestlé, The Good Store, Casa Mar d'Alecrim, Villa Brisa, Guia House, The Loft, Nova Rooftop and the Yacht Club of Cascais. In 2025, the firm's trajectory was recognised with the Atelier of the Year award at the Construir Awards, a milestone that reinforced its standing among Portugal's leading architecture practices. The firm continues to operate from Lisbon and São Paulo, serving clients on a global scale.

• 2025

  Won Atelier of the Year at the Construir Awards.

• 1996

  Founded by architect André Caiado in Portugal.

Leading Portuguese architecture firm offering integrated multidisciplinary design services with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

• Architecture

  Contemporary, sustainable building design blending functionality and beauty.

• Engineering

  Engineering solutions covering water and sewage, gas, structures, electricity, telecommunications, acoustics, mechanics, energy certification, technical management and lighting.

• Interior Design

  Interior design harmonising aesthetics and practicality for residential and commercial spaces.

• Landscape

  Sustainable and visually striking landscape architecture enhancing outdoor environments.

1. 1Contacto Atlântico official websitecontactoatlantico.com
2. 2About - Contacto Atlânticocontactoatlantico.com
3. 3Landscape - Contacto Atlânticocontactoatlantico.com
4. 4Engineering - Contacto Atlânticocontactoatlantico.com
5. 5Contacto Atlântico - Wikidatawikidata.org