SO Arquitetura & Design
the architects in Azores, Portugal

Every new line drawn by the SO Arquitetura & Design studio, operating out of Açores, reveals an unmistakable signature. For our team at Ivo Tavares Studio, documenting the evolution of this office through our architectural photography is always an exciting challenge. Read the text below to understand the genesis of these projects, and right after, discover the gallery of works we have already captured together.

An original collective made up of friendly and creative people who believe that architecture and design are arts meant to help people live better.

After having gone through academic and professional experiences in busy urban centers, we realized that thanks to technology, it is now possible to live in the paradise we know so well and still continue to develop projects that connect us to the rest of the world.

Developing partnerships and shared projects with colleagues beyond the borders of the Archipelago is something we actively seek to encourage. Not only does it keep us in touch with global trends and ongoing innovation, but it also stimulates and challenges our creativity. It’s a balance we strive for — without losing focus on developing local projects that value the places where we live and respect them both socially and environmentally.