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Interior design team from Atelier Renata Santos Machado in a creative meeting in a contemporary, welcoming environment.

SERVICES

Your space. Your style. Your resources. Your story.
Our creativity. Our knowledge. Our process. Our work.
Our commitment. Our passion.
Driven by people, for people.

WHAT DO WE DO BEST?

From custom interiors to complete project management, we offer a comprehensive design service, tailored to the needs of each client:

It’s a turnkey process that defines spaces and finishing materials. Partial or full, it involves layout studies, material selection, lighting, coverings, and construction solutions. It includes technical surveying, concept development, detailed drawings, budgeting of materials and equipment, supply, and, if needed, construction supervision.

Modern washroom with beige tiled walls, wall-mounted wooden sink and elegant lighting.

Turnkey full project: from concept to final installation. Includes creative and technical development, curation and supply of pieces, order and delivery management, production follow-up, logistics, and installation. We deliver a space fully ready to live in, with precision, good taste, and no worries for the client.

Elegant living room with a curved beige sofa, minimalist floor lamp and natural light filtered through soft curtains.

100% online interior design or decoration service. Works through remote meetings, using shared floor plans, photos, space measurements, moodboards, technical drawings, and shopping lists —all in digital format. The client receives the full project with all necessary instructions to execute it, and can also choose remote support during implementation. A practical and accessible solution, ideal for those living far away and wanting to benefit from a professional design service.

2D design of a contemporary living room with a beige sofa and light wood armchairs, created by Atelier Renata Santos Machado.

Consultation via 30’ or 60’ video call, ideal for clarifying doubts, validating ideas, and making decisions with professionaland technical support. Covers topics such as space optimisation, room reorganisation, furniture layout, choice of colours, lighting, materials, decorative details, and more.

This service must be scheduled in advance via our email or contact form and can be booked as many times as needed.

Interior designer Renata Santos Machado in a modern, bright dining room during an online consultation.

Already have all the pieces but don’t know the best way to arrange them in the space?The layout study optimises the organisation of the space, ensuring flow, functionality, and visual balance.Based on the existing plan, we propose the best furniture arrangement and functional zoning. It is particularly useful in early construction phases, house moves, or when reorganising spaces, before investing in furniture.

Interior layout plan with living and dining areas, scaled furniture and precise circulation measurements.

In addition to interior or decoration projects, we offer additional services subject to separate quotations:

  • 3D Project: Development of high-quality photorealistic images, in partnership with specialised companies.
  • Art Curation: We support the client in selecting, acquiring, and integrating art pieces with strong aesthetic, emotional, and heritage value. This service includes artwork curation through specialised galleries and coordination of placement on site.
  • Home Organization: We work with professional organisers. From closets and kitchens to laundries and bookshelves, each space is designed to gain space, order, and practicality.
  • Move Coordination: We manage the entire move with specialisedpartners, ensuring a smooth, safe process aligned with the final installation —with no effort for the client.
  • Import and Export Support: We assist with the import or export of interior and decoration materials between countries, providing logistical, legal, and customs support through experienced freight forwarders.
Artistic detail of a natural wood table with a candle and decorative objects under ambient light.

HOW WE WORK?

More than a linear path, we believe in building each project in close collaboration with the client. It’s a process of dialogue, refinement and mutual alignment — where every stage is shared and validated together.
The most meaningful projects are always shaped by many hands — and they are the ones that stay in our memory.

Step 01

Briefing Meeting and Technical Survey on Site

The first stage of the process is dedicated to getting to know the client and the space. In this meeting, we gather all essential information: desired functionalities, lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, available budget, and expectations.We also carry out a technical visit to the site, where we take precise measurements of the spaces and record all construction elements —such as light points, windows, openings, and existing structures. This survey allows us to work with accurate data and avoid surprises during the course of the project.

Briefing meeting at Atelier Renata Santos Machado for interior design, analyzing floor plans and creative process.
Step 02

Creative Concept, Moodboard and Layout Studies

Based on the briefing and survey, we develop a creative concept that translates the project's vision. We present moodboards with visual references, color palette, material suggestions, and decorative style.At this stage, we also propose different space distribution options, analyzing flow, functionality, and visual balance. The layout studies include furniture arrangement, definition of functional zones, and organization proposals, always adapted to the real-life experience of those who inhabit the space.

Interior design moodboard with textile samples and neutral materials in a harmonious composition of light tones.
Step 03

Creative Development and Technical Dossier

With the layout defined, we begin the detailed selection of materials, furniture, lighting, fabrics, decorative pieces, and equipment. We gather all the necessary information for the correct execution of the project: technical plans, sections, elevations, custom furniture drawings, lighting schemes, electrical points, and other technical details.

Atelier Renata Santos Machado team developing technical project with floor plans, material samples, and 3D visualization.
Step 04

Budgeting and Timeline

Based on the technical dossier and curation, we prepare a detailed budget for all materials and supplies, as well as the execution timeline. This phase ensures transparency, financial control, and clarity in the scheduling of all stages.

Technical documents with detailed floor plans and layouts from Atelier Renata Santos Machado during the budgeting phase.
Step 05

Operational Execution and Follow Up

We take on full management of the execution process: we make purchases and orders, monitor production, coordinate deliveries, and manage logistics. We supervise the final on-site assembly and installation, ensuring everything is carried out with precision down to the last detail. After delivery, we remain available to clarify doubts, adjust elements, and ensure the client’s complete satisfaction.

Atelier Renata Santos Machado design team reviewing materials and coordinating technical details during the execution phase.

New house. New memories.

New house. New memories.
(+351) 939 65 70 72
atelier@atelierrenatasantosmachado.pt
Campo Pequeno, n.21 - 1ºEsq1000-079 Lisbon

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The Essential

Do you do home staging for property sales?

Yes. We create appealing and depersonalized scenarios to enhance properties and speed up the sales process.

Do you provide decoration for short-term rentals (AL)?

Yes. We develop fast, practical, and durable solutions for local accommodation, with visual impact and ease of maintenance.

Do you only do decoration or also remodeling?

Fazemos ambos. Desenvolvemos projetos de decoração e/ou de remodelação de interiores. Podem ser parciais ou integrais.

Do you do online interior design projects?

Yes. We do 100% remote creative interior design projects. Along with the project, we deliver a file with all approved articles, references, and values.

Do you offer online consultations?

Yes. We conduct video calls with the Client to help clarify specific doubts or guide decisions, by appointment and prior payment.

Do you provide organization services (like an organizer)?

Yes. Within the scope of an Atelier interior design project, we resort to partnerships with professionals specialized in organization solutions, optimizing closets, technical areas or storage areas with functionality and aesthetics.

Do you do 3D projects?

Yes, through a quote, when the Client requests it.

Do you do moves?

We are not a moving company, but we can recommend specialized companies with which we have had good experiences in the past. At the request of the Client, and within the scope of an Atelier interior design project, we can also help organize and coordinate this process.

Can I hire just your construction supervision?

We only manage the work on projects developed by the Atelier that include a decoration project.