LISBON by DESIGN is an annual fair showcasing a curated selection of high-end contemporary collectible craft and design made in Portugal.
The idea is to show exceptional pieces (most of them commissioned for the fair or to be seen for the first time at the fair) attracting and inspiring collectors, art consultant, interior designers, real estate developers, museum curators and a wider audience of beautiful objects and design enthusiasts.
The first edition was launched in 2021, followed by 2 successful editions in 2022 and 2023.
All editions took place in the intimate and exclusive setting of the Gomes Freire Palace in the heart of Lisbon.
The Fair is held in May during Arco Lisbon, an important and well attended International Contemporary Art Fair.
Photo credit : Francisco Nogueira and Claudia Rocha
The Gomes Freire Palace was built in 1878. It is located right in the center of Lisbon, close to Liberdade Avenue.
The palace has been renovated to enhance its monumental and historical elements featuring sweeping double stairs, high ceilings, intricate moldings and wooden floors, exuding the atmosphere of a noble private mansion.
It includes 10 exhibition rooms (plus extra spaces at the entrance).
Both professionals and the general public
International profile: locals & expats living in Lisbon and its vicinity
High end real estate brokers and their clients
Local & International designers, architects, interior designers and design collectors.
Arco Lisbon visitors
Each selected exhibitor (gallery, artist designer or organization) is curating its own display in close collaboration with the fair organizer.
Participants show new pieces and custom made works commissioned specially for the fair.
Works exhibited span many disciplines including among others ceramics, textile, wool, glass, wood, cork and paper…
2000 visitors have attended the last edition during which a continuing flow of visitors was noted throughout the event.
The fair attracted a high end visitors profile: Portuguese and international collectors, gallery owners, architects …and led to many special commissions made by the participating artists/ designers.
Lisbon by Design sponsors and partners are key to the success of our events. They share our passion for Lisbon, for its artistic sector, its creative design and expert craftsmanship.
