Who am I?
I’m a proud father of 3 amazing kids, and now you know who inspires my work every day! Design has been my true passion since I began exploring it at 16.
I studied ceramic design at ESAD Caldas da Rainha, worked in the ceramic industry and pursued Design at the University of Aveiro, later spending 6 rewarding years at the award-winning eD design office, sharpening my skills.
Before the pandemic, I co-founded RO-SE design studio, leading vibrant projects in brand, product design, and exhibition stands, proudly earning the IDA Design Awards Bronze Winner in 2018 and BID Selection in 2020 for our innovative work.
I now lead ro_____design as an independent designer and consultant, crafting impactful solutions while lecturing at the University of Aveiro (14 years) and having reached 7 years at the Lisbon School of Design.
A standout achievement was my 2024 collaboration with Connected (connected.space), designing a wearable safety device for remote regions of Europe, connecting physical and digital spaces with a single press—a project I’m truly passionate about.
I’ve also thrived in hardware, creating sustainable cork packaging and a door cylinder key, alongside projects in the healthcare industry and other areas, enhancing technology and lives across sectors.
Partnering for Positive Change is my mantra!