VASCO VIEIRA – Portrait of a visionary architect among the best architects in the world. 

  • 16 October 2024
  • 6 minute read
Vasco Vieira Arquitectos is a renowned architectural practice based in the Algarve, Portugal, specializing in the creation of unique, contemporary architectural solutions, ranging from luxurious private villas to vast ecological complexes. Also hotels, restaurants, spas and commercial spaces, all designed with innovation, sustainability and aesthetic excellence in mind.
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Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright are his inspirations that guided him in the search for a distinctive and innovative architectural identity. Sharp vanishing lines, a photographic cutting of nature with clear lines.

Everything is balance and elegance in his achievements, with a touch of genius that he would call an element of luck, “a little something” that can sometimes make the difference. We are under the spell of this talented and artistic architect.

Vasco Vieira’s portrait for Amilcar Magazine:

VASCO VIEIRA : I was born in 1969 in Johannesburg, South Africa, where I lived until I graduated as an architect from the University of the Witwatersrand in 1994. During my studies, I worked in different studios on weekends and during holidays, which allowed me to gain practical experience from a young age. 

By the age of 21, I had already completed projects that I had personally designed and followed. The same year I graduated, I moved to Portugal and, a few months later, I received an invitation to work as an architect in the prestigious resort of Vale do Lobo, in the Algarve. I stayed in this company for 10 years, where I held the positions of chief architect and construction manager. 

In 2003, I decided to follow a new path and founded my own studio, initially called Arqui+Lda, which later evolved into Vasco Vieira Arquitectos . The creation of my studio came from the desire to have total creative freedom to explore and develop my own architectural language, without the limitations imposed by working for a large firm. I was inspired by the great masters of 20th century modernism, such as Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright, whose principles guided my search for a distinctive and innovative architectural identity.

We focus mainly on the development of luxury villas, although we also have notable projects in the hotel and resort sector, many of which have a strong ecological component. One of the most emblematic examples is the Areias do Seixo Hotel, one of the first ecological hotels in Portugal, internationally recognized and awarded for its quality and sustainability. 

My experience in South Africa, where the connection with the outside world is fundamental, has deeply influenced the way I approach projects. When I arrived in the Algarve, with its exceptional climate, I had the opportunity to perfect this connection between the interior and the exterior, creating subtle and harmonious transitions that are one of the most striking characteristics of our work, distinguishing us from many other Portuguese architects.

Furthermore, each project we develop is unique, designed specifically for the site and the client. This respect for the environment, the views, the climate and the local culture gives each project its authenticity. My greatest satisfaction is to see our clients’ dreams come true when they express their pride in front of the homes we have created together.

Among the projects I am most proud of are the “green” projects, such as the 
Areias do Seixo Hotel and the UMAY, already mentioned, but also a 
villa in La Moraleja, Madrid, which was designed in total harmony with the natural landscape, preserving the local trees and creating a house that fits perfectly into nature, almost like a “treehouse”.

Being rewarded or recognized is always a source of pride, but my greatest motivation is undoubtedly seeing the satisfaction of our clients. For me, success is not only measured by the awards, but also by the happiness and connection people have with the homes we create for them. I am very happy when we finish a job and the client tells me that their home must be the best project I have ever done – it shows that we really understand our client and that their soul is reflected in the project.

As in any other profession, success in architecture requires hard work, dedication and perseverance. However, as in all careers, there is also an element of luck, that “little something” that can sometimes make the difference. 

Personally, I have always considered myself lucky to be able to work in a field that I love, in a country and region that I also love deeply. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of being invited to develop projects in different countries and continents. This experience has been a real school, which has allowed me to discover other cultures, other construction methods and other ways of working.

At Vasco Vieira Arquitectos , our ambition is always to improve the quality of our projects, seeking an increasingly holistic approach. We believe that the integration of interiors and exteriors is fundamental to create a coherent visual language, where interior spaces are a harmonious reflection of the exterior. In this way, we strive to develop uniform and coherent architectural concepts, ensuring that every detail, both inside and out, tells a unique and coherent story. 
Vasco Vieira .

AWARDS

  • Homes Overseas Awards Best Luxury Villa in Portugal – 2004
  • Homes Overseas Awards Best Portuguese Apartments – 2005
  • Homes Overseas Awards Best Luxury Villa – 2006
  • Bentley Awards Best European Development 2008
  • CNBC Property Awards for Best Architecture 2008
  • CNBC Property Award for Best International Eco-Friendly Resort – 2009
  • Homes Overseas Awards (Bronze) Best Development Portugal – 2009
  • Homes Overseas Awards (Bronze) Top 10 International Eco-Resorts – 2009
  • A place in the sun Best European development – ​​2009
  • CNBC Property Awards for Best Architecture – 2009
  • CNBC Property Awards Best European Development and Best Architecture – 2008
  • CNBC Property Awards Bronze Homes Overseas Award for Best International Eco-Friendly Resort – 2009
  • Honorable mention at the Architecture Biennial of the Municipality of Torres Vedras – 2011
  • Best Residential Architecture in Portugal 2012
  • Bloomberg Property Awards Best Residential Architecture in Europe – 2012
  • Bloomberg Property Awards 1st Prize Green Project Awards Portugal – 2012
  • 1st Honorable Mention at the Architecture Biennial of the Municipality of Loulé – 2013
  • 1st Prize Architecture Biennial of the Municipality of Torres Vedras – 2013
  • Nominated for the Residential Property Award and the Residential Swimming Pool Award
  • International Design and Architecture Awards – 2015
  • The Wall Street Journal writes an article about architect Vasco Vieira and his influence on the architecture of luxury resorts in the Algarve – 2015
  • Selected in a private competition – 3 Luxury Villas – LA GRAN RESERVA SOTOGRANDE – 2016
  • Most Outstanding Design Hotel – EXTRA MILE AWARD WINNER – 2016
  • Best Ecotourism Project – PORTUGAL TRADE AWARDS – 2016
  • Selected following a private competition for the design of a Luxury Villa – LA MORALEJA – 2017
  • Best Boutique Hotel – PUBLITURIS – 2017
  • Selected to design 16 luxury villas in Miami – 2017
  • Sapa AWARDS – Prémio Habitação Nova Familiar – 2018
  • Luxury Lifestyle Awards, Best – 2021

Website : https://vascovieiraarquitectos.com/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/vascovieiraarquitectos

Email : info@vascovieira.com

Phone : +351 289 321 476

Photo & vidéo credits : © VASCO VIEIRA ARQUITECTOSI – © Liberty Real Estate

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