Founded in 2005 in Lisbon, Atelier Spacemakers was born out of a shared vision between Ana Proença and Célia Mestre: to create spaces with their own unique character, thoughtfully designed down to the last detail, that enhance the way people live and work.
With over 200 completed projects in the residential, corporate, and hospitality sectors, the studio stands out for its comprehensive approach—from concept to final delivery—and for a creative process that always begins with listening to and understanding the unique needs of each project.
Every project bears our unique touch. Our identity is always present, and it is precisely this that allows us to connect with each client’s identity.
We strive to understand those who come to us and translate that essence into spaces that inspire. Listening, empathy, and experience are the tools that allow us to bring each vision to life.
By adhering strictly to budgets and deadlines, we honor the trust placed in us by those who choose us
An architect with over two decades of experience in residential, corporate, and hotel interior design. After earning her degree in architecture, she honed her skills at national and international design and advertising firms before founding Atelier Spacemakers in 2005.
Her time as a decorator on the SIC Mulher show *Querido, Mudei a Casa* and her experience as a coordinator and instructor for the Interior Design program at the Lisbon School of Fashion have given her a unique perspective on the relationship between people and spaces.
For Ana, a good design project always begins with listening and discovering the story that space has to tell. “I never design without first understanding the routines of the people who will live in the space. A concept isn’t just a starting point—it’s the thread that ties everything together.”
Light, proportion, and the choice of materials are his most important tools. But it is the narrative that gives meaning to every decision.
An architect who graduated from the Modern University of Lisbon and holds a postgraduate degree from the Polytechnic University of Milan. Her career includes experience at architecture firms in Milan, Lisbon, Funchal, and Ponta Delgada, as well as a stint teaching in the Interior Design program—a field that combines technical rigor with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of people.
A co-founder of Atelier Spacemakers in 2005, alongside Ana Proença, Célia is known for her genuine connection with each client and for a creative vision that finds a unique identity in every project. It is in managing client relationships, guiding the creative process, and overseeing construction that her role truly stands out.
For Célia, a good project never starts on paper—it starts with a conversation. It begins with understanding what the client wants to create and the life that will unfold in that space. It is this understanding that guides every decision, from the concept to the final detail. “Experience has taught me that the detail no one notices is often what elevates the project.”
We listen. We take into account the space, the budget, the deadlines, and, above all, the vision of those who come to us. A good project always starts with a good conversation.
We translate ideas into visual language. The mood board is the first tangible manifestation of the project—a personal and customized approach that guides all subsequent decisions.
From the layout to the selection of materials and furniture, every decision is carefully considered. We present the project using 3D renderings so that every detail can be approved before construction begins.
Rigor and transparency. We provide detailed estimates so there are no surprises. We only commit to what our experience tells us we can deliver.
We’re here for you. From construction management to logistics, from procurement to art curation—Atelier Spacemakers oversees every stage with personal dedication.
The moment when a space comes to life. Every detail has been carefully considered, every room is ready to be enjoyed.
Interior design and decoration are the final stage of any architectural or renovation project.
The greatest challenge in interior design is to truly define the space and the way it will be used and experienced.
