KEMA Studio

KEMA studio creates architecture and interiors that revive overlooked spaces, using careful renovation, contemporary design, and a strong attention to detail.

KEMA studio is a Lisbon-based architecture and interior design practice founded in 2015 by two architects after several years of experience in Portuguese architectural offices. The studio is built around innovation, creativity, and close attention to detail, with a particular interest in transforming overlooked spaces into places with renewed purpose and clarity.

The practice began with the renovation of rejected or unwanted properties, approaching each one as an opportunity for deeper study and reinvention. At the core of KEMA studio’s work is a belief that every place holds a story worth uncovering. Their projects aim to revive the spirit and memory of a space through contemporary techniques, careful spatial thinking, and a thorough intervention tailored to its specific character.

While renovation remains a central focus, the studio also develops new construction projects of various scales and functions, from interiors and apartments to larger architectural commissions. Each project is approached individually, with close attention to the client’s goals, the qualities of the site, the legal context, and the practical realities of budget and use.

KEMA studio’s interior work is shaped by a strong emphasis on functionality, timeless design, and material quality. The practice seeks practical, adaptable solutions that improve everyday experience, often integrating lighting, furniture, and finish selections into a cohesive whole. Sustainability is also an important part of the studio’s approach, with an emphasis on reusing existing elements, specifying local or ecological materials, and proposing environmentally responsible solutions.

The studio’s work has received professional recognition and has been published internationally, reflecting a practice that combines careful analysis with a refined architectural sensibility.