Nini Andrade Silva is one of Portugal’s most internationally acclaimed interior designers, recognized for her distinctive approach to hospitality design, where local identity, culture and nature are translated into meaningful contemporary experiences. With more than three decades of professional practice, she has developed projects across Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East, establishing a reputation for creating spaces that balance emotion, authenticity and innovation. Her work spans luxury hotels, resorts, branded residences, commercial spaces and private residences, with more than 12,600 hotel keys designed worldwide. Founder an Creative Director of Atelier Nini Andrade Silva, she has received over 50 national and international awards and distinctions throughout her career. Her projects have been developed for leading hospitality brands and independent luxury destinations, and her word has been widely published internationally. Through a design philosophy deeply rooted in storytelling and a sense of place, Nini continues to shape a contemporary vision of hospitality where design becomes a catalyst for human connection, memory and cultural relevance.
Atelier Nini Andrade Silva is an Internationally recognized design studio based in Portugal, with offices in Lisbon and Madeira. For more than 30 years, the Atelier has developed hospitality, residential, commercial and mixed-use projects across Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East, earning a reputation for creating distinctive environments rooted in local culture, identify and a strong sense of place. The studio offers a comprehensive range of services, including Interior Design, Interior Architecture, FF&E Design and Procurement, Bespoke Furniture Design and Creative Direction. Led by founder and Creative Director Nini Andrade Silva, the Atelier is particularly recognized for its expertise in hospitality design, having delivered more than 12,600 keys worldwide for luxury hotels, resorts, branded residences and independent hospitality destinations. Through a multidisciplinary approach that combines design, storytelling and cultural authenticity, the studio creates spaces that transcend aesthetics, fostering meaningful experiences, emotional connection and lasting value for guests, operators and investors alike.
