Ritz Four Seasons Lisbon Renovation

The bedside tables and headboard were produced by Bamer

After several months of carpentry work carried out by Bamer, the Ritz Four Seasons Lisboa reveals the extensive renovation underway at the hotel after 60 years of history. When highly acclaimed Portuguese architecture studio Oitoemponto was entrusted in 2019 to breathe new life into guest rooms and suites at the Hotel, design duo Artur Miranda and Jacques Bec baulked at the idea of modernising the classic Hotel. Old photos stirred memories of Artur’s former stays in the iconic Ritz, an experience he didn’t want to deny to modern guests. Together, the two set about re-imagining the "past for the present," embarking on a journey to evolve the Hotel’s roots – in style and substance, aesthetics and ambience – for 21st-century visitors.

“It was fascinating to delve into the history of the Hotel – and realise that its essence hasn’t changed much in 60 years,” shares Artur. “Not only is it an emblematic architectural piece of 1950s Portugal, but it also remains at the creative forefront of classic meets cutting-edge. The Hotel has always been very sure of itself, so it’s no surprise that it dictated the parameters for this visionary-vintage reincarnation.”

Inspired by the Hotel’s pure fifties-style room #44, the new vibe materialized by Bamer is authentic yet still pioneering 1950s: a Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon trademark, and while successfully evoking the past, it proudly steps into the present, with each room featuring the most advanced technology for light, vision and sound. Already blessed by the generous balconies, they are now much cosier and perfect for breath-taking views of this beautiful capital.

According to Guilherme Costa: “This is a time of great excitement for the community of Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon. After sixty years of proud existence, we honour our great heritage, maintaining our legendary service and continuing to evolve our offer to make it the most beloved hotel in the city.”

“We have enjoyed a strong partnership with Four Seasons since 1998 and we are delighted to have embarked on this renovation program together,” adds Filipa Queiroz Pereira, member of the board of Hotel Ritz S.A.

Detail of the desk and bar, produced by Bamer

Another room with tailor-made carpentry by Bamer