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We aim to play an active role in urban renewal by restoring quality and purpose to properties that form part of the urban fabric. Every project is developed with technical rigour, responsibility and a clear commitment to the city.

Our Portfolio

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Abel Salazar

Abel Salazar

Setúbal View Project →
Arrábida Villa

Arrábida Villa

Arrábida Natural Park View Project →
Alexandre Herculano

Alexandre Herculano

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Real Estate Developer focused on urban regeneration

Each intervention is carefully considered to create more pleasant, efficient and human-centred environments,
contributing to cities that are more vibrant, attractive and sustainable.

Our Vision

Principles Behind
Our Work

01

Architectural Heritage

Preserving the character and identity that define each asset.

02

Construction Standards

Delivering quality through rigorous design, materials and execution.

03

Contemporary Comfort

Creating functional, efficient spaces suited to modern living.

04

Thoughtful Integration

Ensuring each project enhances and complements its urban environment.

Leadership Team

People driven by purpose, working together to shape better spaces for the communities we serve.

Patrícia de Melo e Liz

Patrícia de Melo e Liz

Managing Partner

Extensive market experience and a reputation built on quality, consistency and long-term vision.

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Bernardo Silva

Bernardo Silva

Project Manager

Background in real estate consultancy and investment, with a growing focus on project development.

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Patrícia de Melo e Liz
Managing Partner

Patrícia de Melo e Liz

About

Patrícia de Melo e Liz is the Managing Partner of Lizinvest, bringing over 25 years of experience across real estate, architecture, education and business leadership in Portugal. Her career spans the full spectrum of the property world — from founding her own design and real estate consultancy, to leading Savills Portugal as CEO for nearly seven years, cementing its position as one of the most relevant real estate groups in the country. A true entrepreneur at heart, Patrícia has founded and led multiple ventures, demonstrating a rare combination of creative vision and sharp business acumen. Today, through Lizinvest, she channels that expertise into urban regeneration projects that bring new life to cities.

Career Timeline
Oct 2024 – Present
Managing Partner
Lizinvest
Leading Lizinvest's real estate development strategy with a focus on urban regeneration across Portugal.
Mar 2025 – Present
President
ACEGE
President of the Portuguese Association of Christian Business Managers, following 6 years as Executive Board Member.
Sep 2021 – Sep 2024
Editorial Board Member
Iberian Property
Member of the editorial board of one of the Iberian Peninsula's leading real estate publications.
Jan 2018 – Jul 2024
CEO
Savills Portugal
Led Savills Portugal for nearly seven years, overseeing all operations and consolidating the firm's position as one of the leading real estate advisory groups in Portugal.
Sep 2014 – Aug 2020
Owner & Founder
Colégio Grow Up
Founded and ran an international school in Caxias, Lisbon, combining her passion for education with entrepreneurship.
Oct 2007 – Jan 2018
Managing Partner
Aguirre Newman Portugal
Managing Partner overseeing Architecture, Marketing, Property Management and Human Resources departments.
Sep 1998 – Sep 2007
Founder & Managing Partner
Melo e Liz Design & Cosmopolita
Founded a space-planning and consultancy for workspaces and turnkey projects. Co-founded Cosmopolita, a real estate company that grew into one of the leading RE groups in Portugal — later becoming Savills.
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Project Manager

Bernardo Silva

About

Bernardo Silva brings a strong foundation in real estate consultancy and investment to his role as Project Manager at Lizinvest. Having spent over four years at Savills Portugal — one of the world's leading real estate advisory firms — he developed a deep understanding of the Portuguese property market across residential, retail, hotel, office, and logistics sectors. Alongside his work at Lizinvest, Bernardo is also a Partner and Project Director at Disruptive Labs, an AI and technology consultancy, bringing a forward-thinking, data-driven approach to everything he does.

Career Timeline
2026 – Present
Project Manager
Lizinvest
Leading project development and management for urban regeneration real estate projects in Portugal.
2026 – Present
Partner & Project Director
Disruptive Labs — AI & Technology Consulting
Partner at an AI and technology consultancy, driving innovation and digital transformation projects.
Dec 2022 – Jan 2026
Consultant — Consultancy & Investment
Savills Portugal
Identified and evaluated KPIs across residential, retail, hotel, office, industrial and logistics markets. Produced client presentations, reports and market analysis. Part of the Savills Portugal AI team.
Sep 2021 – Aug 2022
Placement — International Consultancy & Investment
Savills UK & Savills Portugal
Supported the international team at Savills UK procuring opportunities in the Brazilian market. Worked across investment and residential departments in Lisbon, conducting market research and client visits.
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