CÁTIA DUARTE LOPES . PORTFÓLIO

catiadlops@gmail.com

Hello, I am an architect whose practice also extends into interior architecture and design. I enjoy developing spaces that simply feel good, with a strong focus on functional and user-centred layouts while being attentive to concept implementation and detail. Efficiency and methodical systems inspire me through the various phases of creation and project development. Working independently and coordinating teams, exploring new tools and forever learning news ways of architecture keeps me engaged in this all-round stimulating field :)



Work
2018 - 2025 ncbham, Brussels - Belgium
2021 - 2022 lode, self freelance
2016 - 2018 Adapteye,  Porto - Portugal
2015 - 2016 LEXARQ (Fuste), Braga - Portugal

Competences
Architecture
Interior Architecture Concept and Design
Bespoke Design
Project management and Team coordination
Organisational and methodical skills
Office, Autocad, Sketchup, Archicad,  Adobe (InDesign / Photoshop), Affinity

Education
2008 - 2014 Faculdade de Arquitectura do Porto, FAUP (Master)
2013 Università IUAV di Venezia, Italy (Erasmus)

Language
Portuguese, English, French, on the learning path to Dutch



Concept : Koinoburi influence on plan and section
Concept : colour shading and shifting according to walking perspective

2021, Restaurant, Makisu, 1 000m² (Built)
Liège - Belgium

Project Manager and Design Leader
Site Follow-up


software details
Autocad | Sketchup | Office

design development & presentations
01.2021 > 04.2021

site
06.2021 > 09.2021
local architect and teams, NJDA


at ncbham

photos © Huy Nguyen

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The fifth Makisu gets the inspiration from the Koinobori, the carp-shaped windsocks flown in Japan during Children’s Day. Combined with the tradition makisu rolling mat, an organic wooden structure floats above the space, bringing these references to life. 

Plus! 

Colourful painted accents with alternating patterns bring fun and movement - a shift of visual perspectives while you walk. The clean layout welcomes 70 seats, a wait/take away area and the kitchen.





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