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info Exemplo Books is a Lisbon-based publisher founded by architects Roberto Soares and Diogo da Graça.
We aim to foster a dynamic relationship between artists, editors, and researchers by publishing books that explore the critical intersection of art, architecture, and thought.
Our works encourage authors to engage with their references and the broader cultural landscape, promoting dialogue across disciplines and offering new perspectives on contemporary issues.


Team:
Artistic direction: Diogo da Graça
Editorial direction: Roberto Soares
Communication: Maria João Jorge
Sales: Constança Figueiredo
Artistic Committee: Diogo da Graça; João Paupério; Maria Rebelo; Mariana Silva; Roberto Soares

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Distribution:
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Milano: Spazio
17.De Studio, 2020-2025
BUY (32€)
Tim Hooijmans
English
2026
Publication

ISBN: 978-989-36827-4-6
25 x 25 cm
100 pp. Softcover

This book marks five years of De Studio.
It offers a look behind the scenes at how our lighting fixtures are designed and made. Every step takes place in-house, from sourcing raw materials and components to assembly and the finished product. We design what we manufacture, and manufacture what we design.
There is no anonymous factory behind our work. Every screw is fastened by us. Every wire is cut, stripped, and soldered at our workbench.
We are a small team, which means we know exactly how every part is made, where our materials come from, and where every component is sourced.
Each lamp is made by our own hands. This book is a record of the objects we have created and the craft, process, and people behind them.