I believe that design is about translating ideas into tangible objects and spaces, and I carry that approach with me in every project. I currently run a small ceramics studio where I transform nature with my hands into unique pieces. I draw inspiration from nature and movement for my projects. I also spent ten years representing Portugal in rhythmic gymnastics, which shaped my discipline and creativity. Freelancer

Maria Leonor Testas

I believe that design is about translating ideas into tangible objects and spaces, and I carry that approach with me in every project. I currently run a small ceramics studio where I transform nature with my hands into unique pieces. I draw inspiration from nature and movement for my projects. I also spent ten years representing Portugal in rhythmic gymnastics, which shaped my discipline and creativity. Freelancer

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I believe that design is about translating ideas into tangible objects and spaces, and I carry that approach with me in every project.

I currently run a small ceramics studio where I transform nature with my hands into unique pieces. I draw inspiration from nature and movement for my projects. I also spent ten years representing Portugal in rhythmic gymnastics, which shaped my discipline and creativity.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Visual Merchandising Assistant at Sportzone
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Supported visual merchandising and retail presentation; assisted with product displays, storefront layouts, and seasonal concepts.
Ceramics Artist at Namano (Personal Studio)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Manage a personal ceramics studio creating handcrafted pieces inspired by nature, exploring form, texture, and material.
Assistente Visual Merchandising at Sportzone
January 1, 2023 - Present
Atualmente atuo como assistente de visual merchandising na Sportzone, contribuindo para a disposição estética e funcional dos produtos na loja.

Education

Licenciatura em Design at Faculdade de Arquitetura da Universidade de Lisboa
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Curso Design de Interiores at Lisbon School of Design
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Interior Design Course at Lisbon School of Design
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor’s in Design at Faculty of Architecture, University of Lisbon
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

InProjecta Creative Call Award Finalist
January 1, 2026 - April 12, 2026
Lisbon Design Week Finalist
January 1, 2026 - April 12, 2026
Mude Young Design Generation 2025 - 1st Place
January 1, 2025 - April 12, 2026
Montado de Sobro e Cortiça Ideas and Creativity Competition - 1st Place
January 1, 2022 - April 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Software & Internet