
Miguel Saraiva is a Portuguese architect, founder and CEO of the firm Saraiva + Associados (S+A), one of the largest and most influential architecture firms in Portugal. He is recognized both for his architectural work across various scales and for his ability to lead a studio with a strong international presence.
A globally recognized architect

Miguel Saraiva graduated in architecture from the Faculty of Architecture at the Technical University of Lisbon. Soon after his graduation, he began developing projects that stood out for their formal rigor and attention to construction details. This promising start led him to establish his own firm in 1996, with a clear vision of expanding the boundaries of Portuguese architecture.
One of the key aspects that distinguishes Miguel Saraiva's work is the versatility of the firm, which adapts to different cultures and geographic contexts without losing the contemporary and functional identity of its projects. Additionally, S+A is notable for creating sustainable and innovative architectural solutions, with an approach that integrates new technologies and the pursuit of energy efficiency.

About the firm
Saraiva founded the firm Saraiva + Associados in 1996 with the goal of combining modern and innovative architecture with a deep understanding of client needs. His studio has grown exponentially over the years, evolving from a small team to one of the largest and most respected architectural practices in Portugal, with offices in countries such as Angola, Brazil, Algeria, China, and others.

S+A is characterized by a holistic and multidisciplinary approach, covering everything from architecture and urbanism to interior design, product design, and consulting. The firm's ability to work in different cultures and geographic contexts reflects Miguel Saraiva's global vision. In many international projects, the firm has shown particular sensitivity to the local context, balancing cultural and environmental demands with a contemporary architectural language.

Augusto Custodio, the documentary director, commented on the importance of the production: "It is an enormous pleasure to make this documentary. We have worked with several Portuguese firms, each with different styles, and having Saraiva in our catalog is a great achievement, as he is one of the most prominent names in architecture."
The documentary
The purpose of this documentary is to show a side of the architect never seen before. We will dive into his personal history, showing his relationships outside the office with family and friends, and revealing the essence of Miguel Saraiva and how this influences his work. We will narrate the firm's history, showcasing the main projects through testimonials and exclusive interviews. The documentary will take a more intimate and personal approach, revealing a side of the architect never before seen. Filming is still underway, as is the process of commercializing this production.
Gabriel Alves, the series content director, shared his thoughts on the filming process: "For me, the most enriching part is the interviews. They work as intimate conversations where we can extract the essence of the architect. It is a moment of exchange, where we naturally and genuinely draw transparency and honesty from Miguel."

This production is being prepared and will also be released in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Saraiva + Associados. It marks a very important milestone for the studio's trajectory and history, and having these moments documented is a poetic and delicate way to immortalize the key milestones and relevance of S+A in the history of Portuguese and global architecture.
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