Interior Design
Design and Psychology, in one gesture.
Interiors with soul, that bring presence back to life.
Design with Purpose. Craft with Soul.
Home is where we slow down, breathe, and reconnect.
Interior design goes beyond looks. It shapes spaces that work better for you, improve daily routines, and create the mood and identity you want. A well designed space helps you feel comfortable, productive, and happy.
When your space loses its sense of 'you,' daily life can feel unsettled. The right design supports your habits, lifts your mood, and makes it easy to welcome others in a space that truly fits you.
Do you want to transform your space to make it feel more like you?
Let's talk about your space.
OUR VISION
We create the feeling of coming home and finally being able to breathe.
Psychology
We begin by talking with you about your history, your routines, and what feels comfortable or challenging in your space. Before we start designing, we want to understand how your space shapes your daily life.
Why?
To truly understand how people want to experience their spaces.
Interior Design
We design spaces and atmospheres with harmony, coherence, and practicality in mind. We look beyond aesthetics; our focus is on the people who live in them.
Why?
To turn that understanding into spaces that are both functional and balanced.
Craft & Memory
We bring our passion for craftsmanship into every project, which changes the way we see each piece, not as something to be replaced, but as a story to be preserved or thoughtfully transformed.
Why?
To give it soul and honour its history in a way no new furniture ever could.
HOW IT WORKS
01
Discovery
We begin with a warm, welcoming conversation where we listen to your challenges, daily routines, and what you hope your space will be in the future.
02
Assessment
We assess which solutions best fit your lifestyle and space.
03
Tailored Proposal
We tailor a solution, designed around your needs and level of support you are looking for.
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
Design with Purpose
For those who want to give soul to the space, with more harmony, clarity and intention, but prefer to move forward at their own pace and with autonomy.
It is ideal if you are looking to transform a space in a meaningful way, with support to make confident decisions without losing control of the process.
You gain clarity and confidence to move forward at your own pace, with more ease and less indecision
Design with Purpose & Soul
For those who seek a guided process, with decision support and help bringing the space to life for greater clarity and confidence.
It is ideal if you don't want to manage alone, don't have time to research, and want an easier way forward - reusing what fits and selecting new pieces intentionally.
Decisions become simpler, the process easier, and the space comes together in a coherent, balanced, intentional way.
PROJECTS
One-bedroom Duplex Apartment
Cascais
With a demanding career and frequent travel, the client wanted a true holiday retreat, a duplex designed to slow down and fully recharge.
In a completely open-plan layout, the main challenge was to make the home feel comfortable and intimate without losing its spaciousness. We used a serene design, organic forms, and carefully chosen materials, especially wood, to add comfort and warmth. These choices give the home a welcoming identity and encourage a slower pace of life.
Interior Design Consultancy
Living & Dining Room | Lisbon
After changing the living room layout, the client no longer felt the warmth and emotional connection she once cherished in the space. The room became not only colder and less welcoming but seemed to echo a distance from her evolving identity at this stage of life. Acutely aware of how deeply her surroundings nurtured her well-being, she longed to restore comfort, coherence, and a sense of belonging.
We began by repurposing existing features to restore warmth, comfort, and character to the room. With a refreshed colour palette, richer materials, and compositional refinements, the space achieved greater coherence and presence.
The result is a living room that is more inviting, balanced, and reflective of the client, a place she feels at home.
Special Collaboration Project
Commericial Interior | Lisbon
This project is for a Princelandia commercial space, designed to create immersive spa experiences and birthday celebrations for children and teenagers. Here, self-care becomes magical, fun, and inspiring.
The project is intended not just to be functional, but to serve as an emotional and sensory journey that embodies the Princelandia brand. Each setting is deliberately crafted to evoke specific emotions through colour, light, textures, and atmosphere. The design aims to help visitors experience well-being as more than a service, turning it into a playful, memorable adventure. This results in a space where the brand's identity is physically and emotionally expressed, inviting discovery, imagination, and the enjoyment of self-care.
SARA BAPTISTA
After spending several years working with people and teams, I chose to pursue my passion for interior design. This field feels like home to me because it lets me combine my sense of aesthetics, attention to detail, and love for creating spaces that are both functional and welcoming.
With a Master's in Psychology and Interior Design studies from Cascais School of Arts & Design, I bring empathy and a personal touch to each project, listening carefully and transforming your needs into meaningful design solutions.
I’m also passionate about traditional crafts and make a point of bringing that into my work by doing it myself whenever possible. I believe in preserving the skills that give each handmade piece its unique soul, ensuring every space tells a meaningful story.
By combining psychology and interior design, I create spaces with soul. My goal is to design calm, functional, and genuine interiors that make everyday life feel lighter and more present.
Your home is more than just a space. It’s your place in the world.
Design with purpose. Craft with soul.
FAQs
We primarily work on residential projects. Occasionally, we take on other types of spaces, assessed on a case-by-case basis depending on the scale, objectives, and overall fit with our approach.
It doesn't need to be an exact figure, but it's important to have an indicative range. That helps us plan intentionally and suggest efficient solutions so the space truly fits your needs.
The investment varies depending on your space, objectives, and complexity. Once we've discussed your needs, you'll receive a clear, tailored proposal that aligns with your pace and goals.
No. The starting point is always to understand what makes sense to keep and how to reuse it with intention, especially pieces with history, memory, and meaning.
Construction work is not carried out directly by our studio. When needed, we work closely with your contractor and/or architect to ensure all decisions are aligned and the project is implemented cohesively.
CONTACT
Sara Baptista Studio
Interior Design
Location - Lisbon
Portugal