Portfolio Rosario Alas - ARQ 1por1

Resume and Portfolio

Rosário Fragoso AlasArchitecture & Interiors

Boliqueime, Algarve – Email: [email protected] – Telm: 933 300 139

Executive Summary Holds a Bachelor Degree in Architecture, from Witwatersrand University – Johannesburg, (South

Africa) graduating in 1988.

Has over 20 years experience leading Architectural, Interior Design and Interior Decoratingprojects in Portugal and abroad.

Started her career in South Africa for the Sage Group before coming to Portugal in 1993 to workfor the Câmara Municipal de Barcelos. Moved to Lisbon in 1996 to shortly collaborate with theIntercabo SA before starting her own business in 1997 called Arquistyle Lda, operating mainly inthe Estoril Coast and Lisbon area, during the following 10 years.

Decided to move to the Algarve in 2007 where she has been leading or developing severalInteriors decorating projects within the Golden triangle area, for private and corporate clients,collaborating with prestigious interior designer Maria Raposo in Quinta do Lago.

Rosario’s distinctive traits are her exceptional organizational and efficiency skills, coupled withyears of experience in AutoCad, Google Sketchup, Photoshop and Corel Draw software tomaximize her productivity levels.

Her transversal expertise in Architecture, Interior Design and Interior Decoration represent anadded value to her clients, compounded by her “hands-on” skill set onsite that drives theprojects to timely completion at the required high quality levels.

Another important asset for her clients and suppliers is that Rosário is fluent in both Portugueseand English, with knowledge of French.

Member of the “Ordem dos Arquitectos” – Nº 4779

Boliqueime, Algarve – Email: [email protected] – Telm: 933 300 139

Profile, Style and Influences Profile: Professional client briefing and execution of project;

Strong commercial and communication skills that translates into a high rate of businessclosing;

Good organizational skills and attention to details;

Good site co-ordination and liaison between the various specialties involved in theproject;

Interpersonal skills.

Favored Style: High-tech architecture

Functional, contemporary Interiors

Influences:

Falling Waters - PennsylvaniaGuggenheim – New York

Philippe StarckFrank Lloyd Wright

Restaurant Ramses- Madrid Hotel Melrose Arch – South Africa

Corporate Contracts:

Hotel Baia - (Cascais, Portugal)

Restaurant Nood - (Lisbon, Portugal)

Café Coliseu - (Lisbon, Portugal)

Marina Café - (Oeiras, Portugal)

Hotel Conrad, Palácio da Quinta

(Quinta do Lago, Portugal)

Published work:

“Casa Décor 2003” event in Cascais

Apartment in magazine Grazia Deco

Rural house in magazine Casa Claúdia

Apartment in Algés in Grazia Deco

Semi-detached Vila in Revista Activa

Cover of Máxima Interiores for house in Quinta Marinha

Private Projects:

Penthouse at Parque Expo

Villa in Quinta do Lago

Apartament in Algés

Villa in Vale do Lobo

Villa in Vilamoura

Semi-detached Vila in Cascais

Apartament no Estoril

Home in Austrália

Villa in Madeira Island

Rural house in Alentejo

Rural house in Pintada (Evora)

Apartment Building in Cascais

Latest Achievements1998-2009

Architecture

Interior Decorating

Interior Design

Site Supervision

– Boliqueime, Algarve – Email: [email protected] – Telm: 933 300 139

Hotel Baia, Cascais (1/2)

An historical landmark of Cascais ! Not only the interiors of this hotel

were outdated and needed a more up-to-date look, but the

renovations involved the creation of new conference rooms, lounge

area and all service areas.

The existing spaces needed to be re-organized to meet the new

needs of the clients - conference rooms, a new bar, re-furbish the

existing restaurant, new reception area and most importantly, the ex-

libris of the hotel, the Esplanade that faces the sea.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

This project lasted almost 2 years, being that all work had to be

phased out as to minimize the impact on the commercial activities

of the hotel.

Therefore, the architectural, spatial and Interior design

specifications were being projected in parallel as to the ongoing

site supervision of the building work.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Hotel Baia, Cascais (2/2)

Restaurant NoodNood is an Asiatic inspired, noodle bar. The food is healthy

and simple.

The space had to project the positive eating attitude of the

restaurant. The restaurant is situated near the centre of

Lisbon, on the ground floor of an office block.

The interiors had to be “moulded” into a restaurant space

with all the technical and working specifications required. The

colours for the interiors, are red and white, based on the logo.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Opened to the public during the day as well as at night, serving

snacks, light meals and a variety of sophisticated cocktails. Dark

colours on the walls and indirect lighting, helped to create a

relaxed and cozy atmosphere. A video wall, displaying musical

DVD’s creates dynamism and interaction with the patrons. .

Not wanting to leave out the strong nautical connection with

the location, various elements were used, such as the shades of

blue in the mosaic of the bar, wooden floors and the ceiling

which has white triangular forms, remembering white sails. The

circular glass inserts on the doors as well the wall lights remind us

of portholes.

Restaurant - Bar Marina CafféC

orp

ora

te c

on

trac

tsSpecial care was taken in choosing

the outdoor furniture, as this is a

space that will be used extensively

in sunny weather.

Café ColiseuThe interior of an old building was restored,

safeguarding the original and interesting features

of it's architecture.

The interiors, are contemporary and light to allow these

features to shine through.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Hotel Apartments for The brief was that the apartment should be

contemporary with some design “pieces”, example,

and the Barcelona chairs.

Colours were to be subdued and soft. The atmosphere

was to be “Cool and sophisticated”.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

ts

Penthouse at Parque ExpoRe-design of the whole top floor of two apartment blocks,

which were to be joined.

The client wanted an extensive garden area, outdoor

entertainment area, including a swimming pool, Jacuzzi

and gym.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

tsVilla in Quinta do Lago

A contemporary house, in terms of architecture, but

the clients did not want the interiors to be overly

modern.

I opted for simple lines and bright colours to create a

happy medium

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

ts

Villa in Vale do Lobo (1/2)

This is a holiday home for a young couple with 2 children. My work included

all the interior design (bathrooms, kitchen, false ceilings etc.), site supervision

for all the interior work, as well as the interior decorating.

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

ts

The client's brief was that the interiors had to be all white ( a stark

contrast with their home in England) with just a splash of color.

My challenge was to make the interiors interesting and cozy (with

limited use of color).

The house has huge windows, so we had to control the glare factor,

without blocking the natural light.

Villa in Vale do Lobo (2/2)

Co

rpo

rate

co

ntra

cts

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

ts

A young family´s holiday home.

A practical and fun interior.

Villa in Vilamoura

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

tsVilla in Madeira IslandThe requirement was to have a comfortable and

relaxed ambience, not too contemporary.

The owners are English and wanted a holiday

apartment that was a home away from home.

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

tsVilla in AustraliaThe clients are a young family, which purchased a

classical home, in terms of architecture but wanted the

interiors to be more contemporary.

The master suite was very large with a wonderful view. In

order for the bed to face the window and create a more

private area, a false wall with shelving on one side was

proposed.

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

ts

Rural house in AlentejoWhen this house was bought, it hadn't been lived in for over 25

years, It had to be totally renovated.

New bathrooms and kitchen created, some interior walls

demolished, to create bigger rooms - all this without changing

one single aspect of the facades, which were all restored.

The interior decoration is rustic, in keeping with the architecture

and the surroundings.

Priv

ate

Pro

jec

tsSemi detached villa in CascaisThe client had quite a few items of furniture that we had to re-utilize. Some pieces

were classic and some rustic.

The challenge was how to combine everything without clashing. Very neutral curtains

and some walls with stronger colours helped to create the fusion.

This was also a published work in the Casa Claúdia magazine.

Published Work

Apartment in Estoril

Casa Décor 03 - Cascais

Published Work

Published Work

T1 in Monte Estoril

Published Work

Semi detached house

(in Estoril)

Published Work

Apartment in Algés