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Honourable Mention – Prémio Municipal de Arquitetura de Ílhavo – 40’s House

40’s House was awarded an Honorable Mention on the Prémio Municipal de Arquitetura António Sarrico – 2nd Edition – Year 2025 – works related to the 2023-2024 biennium. The cerimony took place on September 6, 2025 at Museu Marítimo de Ílhavo auditorium.

It is an honor to see our work recognized among the three best projects of the last two years in the Municipality of Ílhavo!

This recognition, granted by the Municipal Council of Ílhavo, recognizes high-quality projects, which increasingly dignify the territory, as a space for good practices.

We cannot fail to thank the Owner and Antero Santos & Santos team for their trust and support, which proved essential to the success of the project!

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Exhibition “Arquitectas Da Nossa Casa”

«Arquitectas Da Nossa Casa» showcases the work of 69 female architects nationwide.

The career of Architect Maria Fradinho is one of those featured in this showcase of female representation in Portuguese architecture.

Organized by the Regional Section of the Centre of the Portuguese Architects Association, this nationwide exhibition is based on the interest in recognizing and celebrating the strong and qualitative role of female architects in the development of the profession in Portugal.

The entry to the event is free, but registration is required, given the limited capacity of the space. To do so, interested parties must register directly on the Roca Lisboa Gallery website.: www.rocalisboagallery.com/events/inauguração-exposição-arquitetas

+ INFO: https://www.ordemdosarquitectos.org/arquitectas-da-nossa-casa

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Opinion – “Cities made by women: the impact on urban planning and design”, Idealista News

Our founder, Maria Fradinho, shared her perspective on how a feminine approach transforms cities in an inspiring Idealista article.

At Frari, we believe that architecture is about more than just buildings – it’s about creating spaces that reflect the needs, inclusion and identity of those who inhabit them. And when women lead, we create more human, innovative and balanced places.

Read more at: https://www.idealista.pt/news/imobiliario/habitacao/2025/03/07/68569-cidades-feitas-por-mulheres-o-impacto-no-planeamento-e-design-urbano

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Exhibition “Arquitectas Da Nossa Casa”

The career of architect Maria Fradinho is one of the highlights of this showcase of female representation in Portuguese architecture. Organized by the Secção Regional do Centro da Ordem dos Arquitectos, this nationwide exhibition is based on the interest in recognition and celebrates the strong and qualitative role of female architects in the development of the profession in Portugal. The exhibition will be on display until January 31, 2025, at Casa Das Caldeiras, in Coimbra.