About Carnibighe

Our Story

Designing for the daily ritual of coffee

Founded in 2014 on Rua de Cedofeita, Carnibighe began as a small practice helping neighbourhood roasters fit out their first counters. Today we work across Porto — from compact specialty bars to full-service brunch cafés.

Our name echoes the Portuguese warmth of gathering over espresso. Every project balances operational efficiency with the sensory pleasure of a well-made space: light, texture, acoustics, and the quiet drama of a morning queue.

Philosophy

Place before trend

• Local craft — We source tiles, timber, and metalwork from Portuguese makers.
• Honest materials — Charcoal basalt, coral upholstery, unvarnished oak.
• Sustainable fit-out — Durable finishes that age gracefully, not disposable fit-outs.
• GDPR-aware practice — We protect client data with the same care we give to detail drawings.