I’m Carla Lopes, a designer since 2005, with a degree in Industrial Design from Faculdade Lusíada de Lisboa. Throughout my career, I’ve had the chance to work as a graphic designer in various fields, including advertising agencies, public entities, and even a theater company. This diverse experience has enriched my creative and professional approach.
My passion for sustainability and resourcefulness has always been at the core of my work. From early on, I sought ways to create innovative and eco-friendly solutions to meet clients’ needs while maintaining high standards of quality and dedication. Every project is a new opportunity to apply my knowledge and creativity, aiming to achieve results that not only meet but exceed expectations.
At ReCreate, I bring this experience and commitment to transform advertising banners into unique and sustainable pieces. Each challenge is approached with enthusiasm and the certainty that, with dedication and creativity, I can offer solutions that respect the environment while providing a touch of originality and functionality.
SUSTENTABILIDADE
Uma visão de Sustentabilidade única. O futuro são as peças sustentáveis.
I’m here to help breathe new life into materials and create something truly special. Feel free to explore my work and see how we can collaborate to create creative and sustainable solutions.
My approach is straightforward: to reuse materials that have already served their advertising purpose, instead of producing new, disposable, and quickly devalued objects. By transforming advertising banners into new creative solutions, I prevent these materials from becoming another source of pollution. Each piece I create is an opportunity to contribute to a greener and more balanced planet.
The sustainability vision of ReCreate extends beyond products. I deeply value the human resources involved in the project, working with dedicated and talented individuals who are essential to our growth. Additionally, I choose suppliers who, due to their geographic proximity, help reduce environmental impact, aligning with my philosophy of ecological responsibility.
My mission is clear: to create sustainable pieces that not only meet your needs but also respect and protect our planet. Explore how ReCreate can contribute to a greener future and see the positive impact that every choice can make.
ReCreate Manifesto
Design with purpose. Creativity with awareness.
P.1.
Conscious Transformation
At ReCreate, every material has a new possibility. We see value where others see waste. We work with reused advertising canvases and other industrial surpluses to create unique pieces, with functional design and their own soul. Transformation is the starting point—a conscious act that respects the time of things and contributes to a more sustainable future.
P.2.
Creativity as Essence
Creativity is the driving force of our studio. Since 2014, we have been developing pieces born from the unexpected, exploring mistakes, experimentation, and innovation. Our creative process is organic, fluid, and without formulas. We believe that creativity is a transformative tool—both in design and in life.
P.3.
Commitment to the Planet
Every ReCreate creation is a conscious choice for the planet. We avoid waste, extend the lifespan of materials, and actively contribute to the circular economy. We believe in design that does more with less—with positive impact, ethics, and environmental awareness.
P.4.
Community and Collaboration
We are a studio that values the collective. We work in a network with partners, suppliers, and clients who share the same values of respect for materials, ethical processes, and transparency. We believe that design becomes stronger when it is born from collaboration and sharing.
P.5.
Education and Inspiration
At ReCreate, design is also an educational tool. We create to provoke reflection, raise awareness, and inspire new ways of seeing and creating. We believe that educating is about showing possibilities—and each ReCreate piece is an invitation to change, with visual, material, and emotional impact.
P.6.
Innovation with an Artisanal Root
We work at the intersection of tradition and innovation. We use handcraft techniques and explore new approaches to sustainable design. Each piece is created with time, precision, and intention—combining artisanal knowledge with contemporary aesthetics. We value detail, texture, and the integrity of the process.
P.7.
Unique Identity
We do not mass-produce. Each piece has its own identity card. Uniqueness is part of our DNA: the marks of time, the textures of the materials, the natural imperfections—all contribute to the authenticity of each creation. At ReCreate, design is one-of-a-kind because it is born from real materials.
P.8.
Presence in the Process
Creating is an act of presence. Our work is carried out with mindfulness—without rush, without waste. We cultivate the time of the hands, respect for cycles, and the importance of care. Each piece reflects this intention: functionally, aesthetically, and emotionally meaningful.
