A project may start with an idea, a problem in the property or a completed design ready to build. Obra Lisboa brings together renovation, construction, architecture and engineering services for different stages and needs.
Explore the four areas, review the scope of each service and tell us what you would like to do. The proposal will identify the work, deliverables and responsibilities relevant to your enquiry.
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Renovation
Renovating a property starts with deciding what will change and what will stay. From one room to several spaces, the scope brings together the agreed work on building services, materials and finishes.
Apartment renovation
Full or partial renovation, bringing together rooms, building services, materials and finishes.
House renovation
Whole-house or partial renovation, with interiors, retained features and external work defined in the proposal.
Kitchen renovation
Kitchen renovation covering layout, services, worktops, storage and finishes.
Bathroom renovation
Bathroom renovation coordinating fittings, services, finishes and the way the room is used.
Shop, office and restaurant renovation
Renovation of commercial premises and workplaces, with layouts, services and finishes defined around the intended activity.
Plasterboard partitions and ceilings
Plasterboard linings, partitions and suspended ceilings, with services, insulation and finishes coordinated within the scope of work.
Interior and exterior painting and finishes
Interior and exterior painting, with surfaces, preparation, colours and working conditions identified in the proposal.
Flooring and wall finishes
Ceramic tiling, wood, laminate and vinyl flooring, and wood floor restoration through sanding and varnishing.
Microcement
Microcement application with surface preparation, finish selection and clearly defined edge details.
Joinery and bespoke furniture
Made-to-measure kitchens, wardrobes, internal doors, skirting and other pieces, with materials, fittings and installation defined in the proposal.
Plumbing and electrical installations
Plumbing renewal, sanitary fixture replacement and alterations to electrical installations.
HVAC installation
Heating, cooling and ventilation installation, including air conditioning and mechanical ventilation, with clearly defined equipment and connections.
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Construction
New construction, rehabilitation and work on individual building elements. The scope follows the site, design documents and existing conditions, identifying the work and supplies required at each stage.
Thermal and acoustic insulation
Interior insulation with defined thermal and acoustic objectives, coordinated with walls, ceilings, services and finishes.
Demolition and associated waste removal
Interior or building demolition with associated waste removal, defined elements, boundaries and site conditions.
House construction
Construction based on the design documents, site conditions and contracted scope of work.
Concrete and steel structure construction
Construction of reinforced concrete and steel structures, foundations and retaining structures from a defined design.
Masonry
Construction of masonry walls and elements, with materials, openings, junctions and intended finishes identified in the proposal.
Roofing
Roof construction, replacement and repair, including the junctions and edge details defined for the work.
Façade rehabilitation
Work to existing façades, coordinating the underlying surface, finishes, junctions and associated work defined in the proposal.
Waterproofing
Assessment of water ingress and work on roofs, terraces, balconies and other building elements.
Windows, frames and glazing
PVC and aluminium frames, windows and glazing, with components, installation and making good clearly defined.
Metalwork
Balustrades, gates, stairs and other metal elements, with installation or repairs defined for the setting and coordinated with the surrounding work.
Pools, gardens and external works
Pool construction and refurbishment, gardens, walls, fencing and external paving, with the works defined for the site and its intended use.
Rope access works
Rope access considered for defined work to façades and other building areas, according to the conditions of the intervention.
Extensions and outbuildings
Construction of extensions and outbuildings, with the additional space, connections to the existing property and associated works defined.
Structural strengthening works
Construction of strengthening works defined by design, coordinated with the building's condition, access and other works.
External thermal insulation — ETICS
ETICS installation with the substrate, system, openings and junctions defined for the façade and coordinated with associated external works.
Balcony and terrace refurbishment
Refurbishment of balconies and terraces as a whole, with paving, junctions, balustrades and associated works defined from the existing condition.
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Architecture
Developing spaces, exploring options and preparing design documentation. Stages and deliverables are agreed around the brief, from spatial layout to documents for the applicable procedure and construction.
Architectural design
Design stages, drawings and specifications that turn a brief into a spatial proposal.
3D modelling and visualisation
3D models and images for presenting spaces and options, with source information, views, revisions and deliverables defined.
Planning applications, regularisation and change of use
Preparation of drawings and supporting information for change of use, building regularisation and licensing or prior-notification procedures, according to the case.
Architectural feasibility studies
Initial assessment of options, constraints and available information to support decisions before developing the architectural design.
Measured building surveys and existing building documentation
Surveying and recording the existing property, with agreed areas, elements, detail and documentation to be delivered.
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Engineering
Specialist design and technical services for preparing and monitoring construction. Design, supervision and management have specific purposes; the proposal identifies the roles, documents and responsibilities of each service.
Engineering design and coordination
Engineering design and coordination between disciplines, with source information, stages, documents and responsibilities identified.
HVAC design
Heating, cooling and ventilation design with the building's needs, systems covered, interfaces and deliverables clearly defined.
Construction supervision
Technical monitoring of work against the design, with observations and outstanding matters recorded.
Technical direction, construction management and coordination
Define technical direction of the works, construction management and coordination, with clear roles, responsibilities and deliverables.
Structural, foundation and strengthening design
Design of structures, foundations, retaining structures and strengthening, with identified study inputs, documents and interfaces.
Building water supply, wastewater and rainwater drainage design
Building water supply and drainage design with defined systems, areas, connections, interfaces and documents to be delivered.
Building defect diagnosis, inspection and assessment
Assessment of defects and existing building conditions, with documented observations, conclusions and limitations to guide the next steps.
Quantity take-offs, bills of quantities and cost estimates
Measurement of the works and cost estimates, with source documents, criteria, assumptions and exclusions identified.
Construction health and safety coordination
A distinct health and safety coordination role, with defined follow-up arrangements, communication between parties and records.
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How to prepare your enquiry
Tell us where the property is, what you would like to change or resolve and the current project stage. Include an approximate area, any available plans or photographs and your priorities.
If you already have a design, identify the available documents and the work you want to carry out. If you need a spatial proposal, describe the needs the design should address. If you need support during construction, tell us who is carrying out the work and what technical assistance you require.
Enquiries across Greater Lisbon
We welcome enquiries for Lisbon, Oeiras, Cascais, Sintra, Amadora, Odivelas and Loures. Availability is assessed for each location, type of work and project stage.
View service areasFrequently asked questions
How do I choose between Renovation, Construction, Architecture and Engineering?
Start with your main need: renovating spaces, carrying out construction or repairs, developing a design or obtaining technical support. A project may involve several areas. The required services are identified with their own scopes when the proposal is prepared.
Can I enquire about one specific job?
Yes. Describe the work you need and the existing elements you wish to retain. The assessment should identify any related work, such as building services, substrates or finishes, so the proposal reflects the intervention required.
Do I need a design before requesting a quotation?
You can begin with the location, photographs and a description of your objective. The detail needed for a quotation depends on the work. Missing drawings, decisions or assessments will be identified before the construction scope is finalised.
Are design, construction and supervision always included?
Each service should be expressly included in the proposal. Design stages, construction work, architectural site support, supervision and management have distinct functions. The proposal should explain what is included and how the participants will coordinate.
Which locations can I enquire about?
We welcome enquiries for Lisbon, Oeiras, Cascais, Sintra, Amadora, Odivelas and Loures. Availability is assessed against the location, scope and project stage. Please include these details in your first message.
How is a quotation prepared?
A quotation starts with the available information and intended scope. It should identify work or deliverables, materials and supplies where relevant, exclusions and outstanding decisions. Options still under consideration should be distinguished from the agreed solution.
What is the next step for your property?
Share the location, your objective and the information you already have. We can discuss your enquiry and identify the services to consider.
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