FrequentlyAsked Questions
The Agency
What does João Lamas Agency do?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent in Portugal for premium furniture, lighting, acoustic and signage brands serving the hospitality, architecture, interior design, contract and restaurant sectors. We support architects, designers and hotel groups with product specification and selection, acting as the link between the brand and the project.
What sets João Lamas Agency apart?
More than simply supplying products, we act as a technical and commercial partner throughout the project. We help select the right solutions, provide specification support and follow each project from the initial consultation through to delivery. We work with carefully selected brands that we represent exclusively in Portugal.
Does João Lamas Agency only work with furniture?
No. In addition to indoor and outdoor furniture, we represent lighting, acoustic solutions—including panels, partitions and curtains—and signage and wayfinding systems, providing a complete offering for hospitality and interior design projects.
Does João Lamas Agency sell directly to the public?
We work primarily with project professionals and decision-makers, including architects, interior designers, developers and hotel groups. Our role is to support them in specifying and selecting the best solutions for each project.
How does the project support process work?
We support each project through consultancy and guidance in selecting the right solutions, product specification, liaison with the brand, and assistance with placing orders and coordinating material delivery. Installation is not included.
What types of projects do you work on?
Hospitality and resort, restaurant, architecture, interior design, contract and premium residential projects across Portugal.
Do you have catalogues and price lists?
Yes. We provide catalogues from the brands we represent and support professionals in selecting the right products for each project.
How can I contact João Lamas Agency?
By email at info@joaolamasagency.pt or by phone at +351 913 394 222, for support with specifying and selecting the right solutions for your project.
Represented Brands
Who represents Ezpeleta in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Ezpeleta in Portugal. Ezpeleta is a Spanish outdoor furniture brand specialising in hospitality solutions, including sun loungers, chairs, tables, parasols and space dividers, designed to withstand coastal climates and intensive use.
Who represents Impact Acoustic in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Impact Acoustic in Portugal. Impact Acoustic is a Swiss brand specialising in sustainable acoustic solutions made from recycled materials, including PET and cotton, designed to improve acoustic comfort in hospitality and interior spaces.
Who represents Floema in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Floema, a Portuguese brand specialising in signage, wayfinding and sustainable equipment for tourism, nature and heritage projects.
Who represents Blasco & Vila in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Blasco & Vila in Portugal, a Spanish brand specialising in contemporary indoor furniture for hospitality and contract projects.
Who represents Grupa in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Grupa in Portugal, a Croatian design studio specialising in minimalist, handcrafted lighting.
Who represents Placet in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Placet in Portugal, a brand specialising in contemporary, versatile and sustainable furniture.
Who represents Creative-Cork in Portugal?
João Lamas Agency is the exclusive agent for Creative-Cork in Portugal, a Portuguese brand specialising in designer furniture made from natural cork.
Products and Topics
What is the Noren by Impact Acoustic?
Noren is an acoustic curtain by Impact Acoustic, made from 100% recycled PET (ARCHISONIC® Textile). Its five-layer structure provides up to 18 dB of sound insulation. It received two ICONIC AWARDS in 2025 from the German Design Council and is available in Portugal through João Lamas Agency.
What is contract furniture?
Contract furniture is designed for professional and intensive use in hospitality, restaurants and public spaces, with higher durability, safety and performance requirements than residential furniture. João Lamas Agency represents brands specialising in contract solutions.
Are the solutions you represent sustainable?
Several of the brands we represent have a strong focus on sustainability, including Impact Acoustic, with its use of recycled materials and circular design principles; Floema, with its environmentally friendly raw materials; and Creative-Cork, which uses 100% Portuguese natural cork.
Does João Lamas Agency work with architects and interior designers?
Yes. Architects and designers are at the heart of our work. We support them with product specification and selection, providing access to premium brands and technical assistance throughout every project.