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Imaginarch
Born from the conviction that a great image makes people want to be inside the project.

Born from the conviction that a great image makes people want to be inside the project.

Story

Imaginarch was born at the crossroads of two languages: the technical precision of architecture and the visual sensibility of imagery. Founded in Porto by Philippe Carvalho da Costa, the studio emerged to bridge the gap between design excellence and the power of its representation.

Driven by methodological rigour and a rejection of mass production, we have grown from a Porto-based studio into a proposition with global reach. We don't just create renderings; we provide the commercial impact necessary for projects to stand out in a competitive market.

“We are the partner that transforms architectural intent into visual experiences with real commercial impact.”

Mission

Turn architectural complexity into clear, atmospheric and commercially effective visual experiences. We create images that help architects, developers and investors communicate projects before construction.

Mission

“Every image we produce is a design decision of light, angle and atmosphere, geared to reinforce perception and spatial clarity.”

Philippe Carvalho da CostaFounder · Imaginarch

Vision

Our vision is to be a global reference in architectural visualisation, known for creating images that stand the test of time, reflect the unique stories of our clients, and contribute to a more beautiful and sustainable world.

Vision

Values

Every scene built by hand

No automation where it matters: each image is born from deliberate decisions.

Atmosphere above all

We chase the light, the silence and the emotion of a space before technique.

Technology serves, it never shows

Advanced tools stay backstage; what the client sees is the finished result.

The client sees everything, always

A transparent process, with no hidden fees and no surprises along the way.

Sustainability that is real, not decorative

Less travel, less printing and less waste in a fully digital workflow.

Obsessed with detail

The reflection, the shadow and the texture, faithful to what will be built.

What sets us apart

Impact that sells, not just renders

Every image is built to communicate architecture and move a buying decision, not to fill a brochure.

Atmosphere before technique

What stays in the buyer's memory is the light, the scale and the emotion of a space. That is where we place our rigour.

Speed without giving up rigour

A modern production pipeline lets us deliver on timelines traditional production cannot match, without compromising quality.

The right structure for your budget

Big studio impact without the heavy structure of one. You invest in the result, not the overhead.

The buyer steps in before it exists

Immersive experiences and virtual reality that let the client walk the space long before the first stone.

A close partner, not a distant supplier

Direct communication, a transparent process and an involvement you feel at every phase of the project.

Built in Porto. Designed for the world.

Our vision is to be a global reference in architectural visualisation, known for creating images that stand the test of time, reflect the unique stories of our clients, and contribute to a more beautiful and sustainable world.

Built in Porto. Designed for the world.

Two founders. One vision.

Philippe Carvalho

Founder & Creative Director

Philippe Carvalho

Registered with the Portuguese Order of Architects, with a Master's in Architecture and Urbanism. Specialised in CGI imagery and creative direction. Responsible for Imaginarch's visual language, technological evolution and strategic positioning.

  • Architect
  • Visual Atmosphere
  • Creative Direction
  • Spatial Experience
Lúcia Rosa

Co-founder & Head of Growth

Lúcia Rosa

PhD and specialist in Total Quality Management Systems. Responsible for Imaginarch's commercial strategy and the generation of consistent and measurable client relationships.

  • Quality Management
  • Business Development
  • Strategy
  • Lead Generation
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