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Great design should have a strong narrative. Something to excite, inspire and engage with the people who will be the end users. This section highlights some of our projects that we feel have an interesting story behind, whether it is to do with the original big idea, our process or the final result.

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    Miami, USA

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    London, UK

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    Lisbon, Portugal

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    Nashik, India

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    Surabaya, Indonesia

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    London

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    Porto, Portugal

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    Liverpool, UK

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    Liverpool, UK

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    Calgary, Canada

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    Porto, Portugal

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    Bengaluru, India

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Nova Vila Retail Park opens in Portimão, offering a new interpretation of Algarvian architecture
5th June 2025

Broadway Malyan worked closely with Mitiska REIM to design the architecture and landscape of Nova Vila Retail Park in Portimão. Occupying a formerly abandoned site, the 22,000 sqm development introduces 16 retail stores, dedicated rest and leisure zones, and over 800 parking spaces, revitalizing the area with a bold new presence.

The retail park is a contemporary reinterpretation of traditional Algarvian architecture, prioritising user experience and regional identity at its core of its design strategy.

A covered canopy connects the retail units, articulated by a sequence of modular white concrete porticos. Referencing the region’s traditional vernacular arcades, these contemporary structures provide both shade and spatial rhythm.

A central pedestrian axis defines the layout, organizing the buildings into an L-shaped configuration that encourages walkability and spatial clarity. At the heart of the car park, a freestanding restaurant pavilion breaks up the massing to add visual interest to the overall composition.

The restaurant pavilion is arranged around a central courtyard, drawing inspiration from the Algarve’s whitewashed architecture and sculptural chimneys. Rather than replicating traditional features, the design is reinterpreted into modern forms that maintain a strong connection to the region’s local identity.

The scheme also offers a pragmatic response tailored to the region’s climatic and operational needs. Prefabricated concrete structures, insulated sandwich panels, and energy-efficient roofing systems were installed to ensure durability and climate performance.

Sustainability has been a guiding principle throughout the scheme. Smart lighting systems in the parking area, digital energy meters in all units, and CO₂ reduction clauses in tenant contracts reflect a long-term commitment to environmental responsibility. Additional sustainable features include LED lighting, EV charging stations, solar panel, and a rainwater collection system for irrigation. Landscaping with drought-tolerant species and the inclusion of wildlife shelters further reinforce the site’s ecological resilience.

Project Team

Images provided by Bernardo Lúcio.


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