Pedro Gadanho: “Portuguese architecture, at its best, talks about greatness with modesty. We’d earn a lot if we projected more to the world”
Pedro Gadanho is an architect and curator, former responsible for Lisbon’s MAAT Museum and a former curator of MoMA. A creative, Gadanho expresses his views on architecture as narrative and sustainable urbanism, giving his insights on how to approach the housing crisis with state intervention to bring vacant buildings back to use. An insightful conversation with a creative at heart on this episode of “The Heart & Hustle of Portugal”
Gadanho also speaks about his views on the current wars across the globe, that he calls resource and climate wars, and offers his views on sustainable architecture and furnishing.
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He also mentions his favourite Portuguese traits, food and architecture, mentioning the Portuguese resilience and modesty as our biggest assets.
With a mission to put Portuguese businesses and leaders on the global stage, Tony founded The Evrose Group to invest in, mentor, and advise Portuguese companies on growth and transformation, elevating businesses and leaders on the global stage.
In this series of insightful conversations, he brings that focus to life as he sits down with a variety of fascinating individuals who carry Portugal in their hearts and bring its spirit to life through their work, vision, and passion. From trailblazing entrepreneurs to cultural ambassadors, each guest shares their unique journey of how Portuguese identity manifests globally.
This podcast explores the rich tapestry of Portuguese culture, its impact on the world stage, and the drive that continues to produce talent and attract entrepreneurs from around the globe. Through these engaging discussions, join Tony and his guests as they reflect and connect on the values, work ethic, and cosmopolitan nature or, at times, the quiet introspection that define the Portuguese experience.
