Born in Cabo Verde, I was raised in a culture of craft, activism, and deep connection to place. Surrounded by makers and community builders, I developed a lasting respect for local knowledge and collaborative processes, principles that continue to inform my work.

Architecture revealed itself as the meeting point of material, expression, and territory. I studied at FAUP in Portugal and later at FAU, Universidad de Chile, where I immersed myself in earthen architecture and sustainable practice.

My path has taken me through Portugal, Chile, Switzerland, and Spain. Today, I work primarily from Cabo Verde, blending architecture with design, curatorship, agriculture, and social engagement. I’m especially drawn to local materials and endangered techniques, seeking to reinterpret their relevance for the present and future.

My process is deeply interdisciplinary. While honoring existing knowledge, sustainability remains central through passive design strategies, climate responsiveness, and contextual awareness.

I see architecture as a living gesture: a way to respond with care and creativity to the urgent questions of our time, from a place of humility, resilience, and hope. I believe in architecture that listens, that respects its context, and that builds with, not just for people.