Independent interior design practice / Portugal

Interior Design & Renovation
in Portugal

Interior Design & Renovation
in Portugal

Based in Lisbon · Projects across Portugal and Europe

Modern interior design and renovation in Portugal

Who I work with

Private Homeowners

Homes and renovations in Portugal designed around lifestyle, function and long-term value.

International Property Owners & Investors

Interior design, renovation support, furnishing and implementation for clients based abroad.

Hospitality & Businesses

Interior concepts and implementation for cafés, restaurants, salons, hospitality and customer-facing spaces.

Why work with Elena

A personal, rigorous practice for spaces with lasting value.

A personal, rigorous practice for spaces with lasting value.

15+ years of professional experience

15+ years of professional experience

Portugal + international projects

Portugal + international projects

50+ completed projects

50+ completed projects

10–1000 m² project scale

10–1000 m² project scale

MSc Interior Design — Politecnico di Milano

MSc Interior Design — Politecnico di Milano

Every project is personally led by Elena Nazarova, bringing in trusted specialists only where the scope requires it. The result is one clear design voice, strategic decisions and close attention from first conversation to completion.

Interior designer at work in a minimalist room

Designing step by step.

Designing step by step

01

Strategy

We clarify your priorities, audience, budget, and the opportunity ahead.

02

Concept

A clear design direction brings spatial planning, materials, and mood into focus.

03

Development

Detailed drawings, specifications, and trusted suppliers turn the vision into a plan.

04

Delivery

We coordinate the final details to ensure every element is ready to perform.

See how a full interior project develops from concept to completion.

Interior Design Services in Portugal

Interior design, renovation consulting and project support for residential, investment, commercial and hospitality properties in Portugal and internationally. Every project is personally led by Elena Nazarova, MSc Interior Design, Politecnico di Milano.

01 Full Interior Design

01 Full Interior Design

from €35–85/m²

A complete interior design service for residential and commercial properties, from initial concept and space planning to technical documentation and FF&E selection.

A complete interior design service for residential and commercial properties, from initial concept and space planning to technical documentation and FF&E selection.

02 Investment Property Design

02 Investment Property Design

from €590

Strategic investment property interior design for rental, resale and hospitality properties, focused on visual appeal, functionality, budget priorities and market positioning.

Strategic investment property interior design for rental, resale and hospitality properties, focused on visual appeal, functionality, budget priorities and market positioning.

03 Commercial & Hospitality Design

03 Commercial & Hospitality Design

quotation based on project scope

Commercial interior design for cafés, restaurants, salons and other customer-facing businesses, with hospitality interior design that combines brand identity, operational efficiency and customer experience.

Commercial interior design for cafés, restaurants, salons and other customer-facing businesses, with hospitality interior design that combines brand identity, operational efficiency and customer experience.

04 Design & Renovation Strategy Session

04 Design & Renovation Strategy Session

€150 / 90 minutes

An expert renovation consultation in Portugal for property owners who need professional guidance before or during a project.

An expert renovation consultation in Portugal for property owners who need professional guidance before or during a project.

Additional Services

Procurement & FF&E Sourcing

Design Supervision

Project Coordination

Home Staging & Rental Styling

Pre-Purchase Property & Renovation Assessment

Not sure which service fits your project?

Tell me about your property, location, timeline and goals, and I will recommend the most appropriate scope of work.

Tell me about your property, location, timeline and goals, and I will recommend the most appropriate scope of work.

Discuss Your Project

Client notes

“Elena gave the project a clear identity, while making every decision feel practical and completely considered.”

Sofia · Lisbon · Apartment renovation

“Working from abroad felt straightforward because the process was organised, transparent and beautifully managed.”

Mark · Malta · Investment property

“The finished space looks refined, but it also works beautifully for the way our business operates.”

Inês · Portimao · Hospitality project

Featured Lisbon renovation
Featured Lisbon renovation

FEATURED CASE STUDY

Project / CAVE brunch-coffee shop, Lisbon

Futuristic but grounded coffee shop
22 seats in 80 sq.m.


Challenge / Create a futuristic and cosy coffee shop with low budget.

Approach / Using local and low-budget materials to get maximum from it, reorganize clients` flows, work with lights` warmth and color.

Solution / Neutral palette and rough low-budget materials, contrast materials and colors, open circulation in the cafe's heart, open bar and visual connection with kitchen to build trust.

BLOG

Professional advice and articles

A practical guide to planning a renovation from abroad, with the right local team and decision-making rhythm.

The key questions that reveal a property’s true potential before you commit to a renovation.

How design decisions shift when a space needs to perform for guests, tenants, and long-term returns.

Contact

Have a project in Portugal?

Have a project in Portugal?

Let’s discuss how I can help.

Elena Nazarova

Interior designer
Portugal

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