The Living Chronicles of Arabia
Kitaba is a digital silk road for the modern mind. We bring the desert wisdom for the culture connoisseurs across the world.
Culture as a dialogue
We bring the desert wisdom of the past to the global citizen of today, ensuring that the profound intellectual legacy of the Arab world is not lost to time, but rather, translated for the future.
For the young minds.
For the new minds.
At the intersection of ancient manuscript and modern screen,
Kitaba serves as a cultural messenger.
Philosophy
Blending function, emotion, and timeless aesthetics to create meaningful spaces.
Approach
Blending function, emotion, and timeless aesthetics to create meaningful spaces.
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Understanding your vision, site analysis, and establishing project goals.
Design
Concept development, material exploration, and detailed design refinement.
Documentation
Realization
Technical drawings, planning applications, and construction details.
Construction oversight, quality control, and project completion.
Discovery
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The Process
Services
Residential Architecture
Custom homes designed for how you live, from concept to completion. I specialize in creating spaces that balance aesthetic ambition with practical livability.
From initial concept through to completion, I offer comprehensive architectural services tailored to the unique needs of each project and client.
• New Build Homes
• Coastal & Mountain Residences
• Urban Infill Projects
• Garden Studios
Commercial Projects
Boutique workspaces and retail environments that reflect your brand. Focused on small-scale projects where attention to detail makes a difference.
• Creative Workspaces
• Retail Interiors
• Showrooms
• Hospitality Design
Interior Architecture
Thoughtful interiors that enhance function and atmosphere. Complete interior transformations that honor the building's while meeting contemporary needs.
• Full Interior Design
• Space Planning
• Custom Millwork Design
• Material & Finish Selection
Renovations & Additions
Transforming existing spaces with sensitivity to their character. Careful interventions that respect what exists while creating something new.
• Heritage Renovations
• Home Extensions
• Adaptive Reuse
• Building Upgrades
Let's create something timeless
Whether you're envisioning a new home, reimagining a workspace, or transforming an existing space, I'd love to hear about your project.
© 2025 Elias Hart. All rights reserved.
Based in Madeira, Portugal
Independent architect creating thoughtful spaces that connect people and place.
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