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Rigour, responsability and quality. At Ponto Urbano we start 2025 focused on offering our clients the best of us.
This year, while some of our projects remain under construction, others are completed and ready to welcome their first residents. New projects are also planned.

Buildings under construction

The Light Home
In Aveiro’s city center, The Light Home has 3 suites, an open space kitchen and living room and an indoor and outdoor garden. Spread over 3 floors, this 168m2 house stands out for the light it receives inside, which reinforces its straight lines and large areas.
Designed to provide moments of comfort and well-being, the villa is a city refuge, embraced by light.

Alavóo
With 12 apartments from 1 to 3+1 bedrooms, Alavóo Residences is being built in the heart of Aveiro.
Located in the historic Alboi neighborhood, Alavóo stands out for its elegant and straight lines.
Next to the estuary, green areas and main services, the 3-floor building also offers private parking and functional, cosy apartments.

Hidden
In Aveiro, Hidden enjoys a peaceful location. With one and two bedroom typologies, the building has 27 apartments, where functionality and peace are the highlights.
Hidden is the chance to live in the city center, but with the comfort of a quiet area close to everything you need.

Páteo 1896
In São João da Madeira, Páteo 1896 is still growing. With 5 floors, 30 apartments, a swimming pool and a garden, this project offers private condominium-style living. In addition, Páteo enjoys a privileged location and large, functional apartments.

Finished buildings

Puro Golden
In Cais da Fonte Nova, Puro Golden combines residential and commercial areas and is located in a privileged area, where you can enjoy moments of leisure, such as a walk along the estuary or through the historic city center.

MAXIMUM
In one of Aveiro’s main streets, MAXIMUM will welcome its first residents this year. With 50 apartments and 6 stores, this is a building of contemporary architecture that comes to life through its glass front and large interior areas.

Difference
Between the estuary and the sea, Difference is already a highlight in Praia da Vagueira.
From 1 to 4 bedrooms, the 10 apartments project is an opportunity to live next to the beach without sacrificing the quality of Ponto Urbano’s construction.
Contemporary and modern, Difference also has generous balconies and private parking.

In addition to the current portfolio, 3 new buildings are planned for 2025 in the city of Aveiro and one in Espinho.
Ready to continue bringing prestige to the real estate market, at Ponto Urbano our sales team will help you find the best solution for your needs.
Talk to us and find out more about all the available projects.

In tune with the community, at Ponto Urbano we always want to be more than just real estate promoters. Day by day, each project we develop is a reflection of our desire to reach more and more people.

Here, the community is an important part of our DNA. For this reason, we also direct our actions as a company to support its projects. At Ponto Urbano, our mission is to contribute to the development of the Aveiro region in multiple dimensions. That’s why we’re committed to giving even more of ourselves to the region we were born in. Projects such as Agarrados do BTT, Obra da Criança, Rota do Bacalhau, Clube do Povo de Esgueira (Esgueira Basket), Banda da Quinta do Picado or Rali de Santa Joana are examples of this desire.

With respect for Aveiro’s tradition, culture and associations, taking care of the society around us is preserving one of the greatest legacies for future generations. Like in many of our projects, here too we know that the focus is on exceeding dreams and making it possible for everyone to realize their initiatives.
In 2025 we want to continue being part of community life and making people happy.

Ponto Urbano wishes you happy holidays and a happy new year!

From apartments to villas, Ponto Urbano buildings are designed to make people happy and become good investments. That’s why precision and quality are taken to every detail in each project. The name of the building is no exception and sometimes the buyer becomes part of a story.

Alavóo Residences
In the center of Aveiro, Alavóo is a tribute to the city’s roots. Located in the historic Alboi neighborhood, the project’s name reflects the history of this place and the city at the same time.
The word “Alavóo” supports one of the theories about the origin of the neighborhood’s current name. “Alavóo” would be the archaic way of saying ‘Grandfather’, which underwent several mutations thanks to the typical Aveiro exchange of ‘Vs’ for ‘Bs’. From “Alavóo” it became “Alabóo”, shortened to “Albó”, which became “Albói”.

The Tiles
Reflecting Aveiro’s culture, The Tiles building is an example of the Aveiro region’s connection to ceramics. In a special tribute to the tile, this project is an ode to the charms of Aveiro’s tile art. From this comes the name of the building, which combines tradition with modern interiors that reveal truly intimate spaces.

Ethula
Part of the Foz de Prata allotment, Ethula is connected with the flora and fauna of the Aveiro estuary.
Built in a sustainable ecosystem, the building is inspired by the Egretta Thula, the little egret that lives in the Aveiro estuary. With its white feathers and slender silhouette, it settles in coastal areas and shallow waters and brings the city’s fauna to life. These characteristics are reflected in the architecture of the building.

Páteo 1896
In São João da Madeira, Ponto Urbano’s first building in the city is more than just a place to live. As a tribute to the city and one of its most important personalities, living in Páteo 1896 means getting involved with S. João da Madeira’s past. From this period comes the memory of João da Silva Correia, writer, journalist, industrial worker, merchant and one of the city’s “patrons”. Born on May 8, 1896, he lends his date of birth to the name of the building. In addition to this, there is the reference to the courtyards, the usual places for socializing, which in this project reflect the “private condominium” style that Páteo 1896 offers to its residents.

In addition to new constructions, there is also history in each rehabilitation. As an example, Ponto Urbano was responsible for rehabilitating two emblematic buildings in Aveiro, Confeitaria Peixinho and Café Ramona.

Confeitaria Peixinho
Almost 170 years old, Confeitaria Peixinho is the oldest Ovos Moles shop in Aveiro.
Historic inside and out, Ponto Urbano’s mission was to rehabilitate the façade and interior of the building, one of the most iconic in the city, in just five weeks.
Established in 1856, Confeitaria Peixinho is part of the city’s history and is considered the epicenter of the tradition and originality of Aveiro’s regional sweets.

Ramona
In operation since 1973, Ramona is another of the city’s mythical places. Ponto Urbano restored the entire building and preserved the memory of Aveiro’s most famous burger joint. Today, Ramona has become a more modern and larger space.

At Ponto Urbano, the historical origins and culture of the region in which each project is located are two of the most important elements in its creation and development. This sign of respect for the region and its people is also a desire to make architecture a legacy for future generations.

New house or used house? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by those looking for a home.

Choosing a new home means enjoying several benefits, ranging from savings to property appreciation. Following this path can be more advantageous for the buyer, as purchasing a new home brings advantages such as:

• Property without the need for medium/long-term work
  Buying a new home means saving on building work in the medium to long term. With a new property, you’ll avoid the costs associated with maintaining it.
• Possibility of customizing finishes
  Having a house that suits you isn’t always possible, especially when you choose a second-hand home. However, customization is always possible in a new home. For example, the buyer can choose finishes and sometimes even reconfigure certain rooms. This means having a house more to your liking.
• More sustainability
  The real estate market is now increasingly aware of the issue of sustainability. Thanks to this, many buildings already include sustainable techniques and materials that influence both the way we live and the levels of consumption inside our homes. For example, the use of solar and/or photovoltaic panels is increasingly common in new buildings.
• Modern and functional design
  Recent constructions are designed to offer a more comfortable living experience adapted to everyday needs. Features such as openspaces, large windows and more functional kitchens guarantee not only more space inside the home but also more convenience.

These are just some of the advantages of buying a new home.
At Ponto Urbano you’ll find a large portfolio of new buildings, where you can find quality constructions that have been rigorously thought out and worked on. Projects that suit any lifestyle, in prime locations and with high property values.

Interview with Paulo Martins, founder and CEO of Ponto Urbano. The building process, some projects and the company’s main objectives are some of the issues addressed by the entrepreneur.

He likes to “create and master” the projects he is involved in and believes that “there is no one who lives the work with more love than Ponto Urbano”. Paulo Martins is the founder and CEO of the company and makes a point of following every stage, from the project to handing over the keys.
Based in Aveiro, Ponto Urbano is today a benchmark in the real estate market. With its main focus on the city of Aveiro, it also has buildings elsewhere in the district and in Portugal.
Guided by the motto “Quality Projects, Buildings for life”, Ponto Urbano’s strong commitment to quality construction is aimed at “making people happy”. This is the mission of those who want to leave a legacy based on offering sustainable solutions, privileged locations, projects with the future in mind and the quality of life of those who will enjoy them.

What does the company bring to the real estate market?
Ponto Urbano is led by someone who takes great pleasure in developing and executing projects. My team and I like to do things in a different way, with unquestionable quality and to feel the respect of all those involved, be they suppliers or clients.
We like our partners to feel that at Ponto Urbano we take our work very seriously. In other words, the main objective isn’t financial, it’s to exceed dreams and have a brand that gives people more than what they’re looking for.

How does the Ponto Urbano slogan materialize?
“Precision in the project” because we are very precise. A good project helps a job to be carried out with more quality, more performance and more respect for the environment.
The project has to be very well thought out.
Then on site, when we’re actually doing it, we have to make sure that what we’ve designed and thought about brings us quality and differentiation. Rather than the slogan “Quality Projects, Buildings for life”, I like to say that on the ground we exceed the project. In other words, when we’re on the ground, we’re able to make improvements to what was initially planned, both in terms of materials and the details of certain construction solutions.

A recurring statement about the company is that the houses really do have quality.
Absolutely!
It’s not the first time that people have entered the houses and been thrilled. They weren’t expecting such a high level of quality. This happens because we give everything to make people happy. We really respect the client’s investment.

Part of success comes from prime locations. How important are they?
Location is fundamental if we want to make buildings that enhance the value of our property and where people feel that their money is being put to good use.
A well-located building with a good solar orientation not only gains in value, but also in energy balance and quality of life.

In Aveiro, Ponto Urbano is the first company to build in the Foz de Prata enterprise. What does that mean in concrete terms?
Ethula was a good opportunity in an excellent location.
At Ponto Urbano we even have more striking buildings with more revolutionary architecture, such as Maximum or Puro Golden. However, Ethula is in an area of Aveiro that is going to be very dynamic and will be a unique allotment in the city and the region.
We decided to take part of this enterprise because it was an attractive business model, since the licensing processes had already been approved and the requirements for construction were guaranteed.
The construction of the Ethula building will follow the same quality standards as all our buildings.

Ponto Urbano has more projects in the district and in the country. What are the plans for expansion in the short/medium term?
Every day we get people knocking on our door offering old properties and plots of land in different locations. At Ponto Urbano, I believe we have made a very wise choice about the projects and where we build them.
Aveiro is our epicenter. It’s natural that we have a higher percentage of work done here.
But we also build in other places. In Praia da Vagueira we have Difference, where we offer a quality of construction like Vagueira has never had, on a par with the best we’ve done.
In Ílhavo, in the city center, we built the Garden building and, in Praia da Barra, Lux. In Espinho, a city of reference, we built 24Ponto33, also in a privileged location.
We also have work in Porto, which is the second largest city in the country and has a high level of demand and now we’ve arrived at São João da Madeira. This is definitely one of the most important cities in the Center-North of Portugal and is a strong brand in the country. São João da Madeira is a city of entrepreneurial people with a lot of business dynamics. I’m a self-confessed admirer of it.

Today, sustainability is a hot topic. How does Ponto Urbano deal with this challenge?
Our concern extends from the construction process to the solutions and materials we apply. We are very careful with the choice of materials, very careful with waste and with the way we carry out our processes. The goal is to have as little environmental impact as possible.

What should someone looking for a house to live in or invest need to know about Ponto Urbano?
It sounds bad to be self-praising, but I think there’s no one who lives their work with more love than Ponto Urbano does. The land is ours, the projects are ours, the construction is ours. We build for others as if it were for ourselves.
There’s a lot of care, a lot of commitment, a lot of dedication and a lot of precision. We want people to feel that they’ve made a good investment.

How do you define Ponto Urbano?
Ponto Urbano is like a daughter. I like her very much, I treat her very well and I want her to be very healthy. This means having quality human resources, financial sustainability, developing projects of excellent quality and having an unquestionable position in the market. This sometimes leads me to lose hours of sleep, because we like to be among the best.
We may not be the strongest economically, but those who are experts in this area usually buy from Ponto Urbano.
Our suppliers and business partners know that we are very strict and that we comply with everything that is required, because when we need them we like them to be available and to give us the best they have.
We have always felt an obligation to deliver high quality buildings, because our name and the name of our partners are at stake.
This is reflected in the value of our brand, our projects, which have always been very well received, and there are many more to come.
Ponto Urbano is a team.

Buying a house is an important decision, especially when we’re talking about the house we’re going to live in.

The choice between a house or an apartment can be down to the details. Following these tips can help you make up your mind when buying.

Houses:

Space
If space is important to you, a villa usually offers you larger areas both inside and out.

Privacy
Having a villa is often synonymous with being able to be more isolated from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. You can find semi-detached villas and detached villas on the market.

Extra amenities
Villa and convenience are two words that go together perfectly. In this type of house it is more common to find landscaped outdoor areas, which allow for more direct contact with nature. You can also have space for outdoor activities, animals, a swimming pool and even lounge areas, ideal for hosting family and friends.

Personalization
Enlarging rooms, building new ones or even having more space for decoration are other advantages of living in a villa. Here, all the land available is yours, allowing you to change it to your preference.

Apartments:

Centrality
Anyone looking for a more practical and comfortable day-to-day life might consider buying an apartment. As a rule, this type of housing is closer to the city center, which allows for quicker access to the services and institutions that are essential to everyday life.

Security
In addition to their central location, the constant movement of other residents throughout the day makes apartments safer places. This makes it possible, for example, to forgot the use of surveillance cameras in your home.

Easy maintenance
Whatever type you choose, an apartment makes maintenance easier. Besides the fact that you only have to worry about the inside of your home, since exterior maintenance is usually the responsibility of the condominium.

Functionality and convenience
Opting for an apartment can make your life more functional and comfortable. Because apartments are often smaller, you can get to the different rooms more quickly. Nowadays, the open space style allows your home to become more fluid, regardless of size.

Although all these aspects can make a difference when choosing a house or apartment, there are important steps you should consider before looking for your home.

As a starting point, you should define:

1. The location of the house
2. The number of rooms
3. The amenities you value most

Buying a house is also about thinking about the future and, at the same time, investing in a property that will increase and become a good investment.

At Ponto Urbano we make your choice easier.

You can count on apartments and villas with high quality construction, designed with all lifestyles in mind.

To help you, we offer a personalised and direct service. Talk to our sales team and find out about all our projects.

Based on more than 30 years’ experience, at Ponto Urbano we are committed to rigor and quality. This mission includes all actions that contribute to giving our clients the best.

One of these is to build in excellent locations.

Ponto Urbano’s portfolio includes some of the most important and exclusive buildings in the city. They all have in common that they are located at strategic points in the city where they are situated.

To mark Aveiro, we are present in the center, in the most historic and important districts and even in the quieter areas, but convenient for a practical and comfortable day-to-day life.

By the estuary, in the city center
Feeling the rhythm of the city is possible with Ponto Urbano. We have several homes on the central axis of Aveiro and just a few meters from it. Examples of this are the apartments in the projects The Tiles, Alavóo and The Light Home.
Next to the central canal of the Ria, Avenida Doutor Lourenço Peixinho and the typical Bairro da Beira Mar, these are options that allow you to experience the emotions of the city first hand and be side by side with all the essential services and leisure facilities.

In prime residential areas
In Cais da Fonte Nova, one of the city’s most popular areas, the Puro buildings are a landmark. For example, the Puro Golden is one of Ponto Urbano’s buildings characterized by refinement and exclusivity.
Facing the Ria, living here also means turning this green area into a living room where there is space for leisure, sharing and relaxation. Added to this is the proximity to supermarkets, shopping centers, the train station, schools and other services.
On the opposite side of the city, the Barrocas area also has a Ponto Urbano stamp.
Hidden is one of the projects located in this residential neighborhood, one of the most sought-after in Aveiro.

In the new areas of the city
From the past to the present, Ponto Urbano is also part of Aveiro’s renewal.
In the newer areas of the city, we have also left our mark on quality.
With Alameda Silva Rocha on its doorstep, Maximum is a building that also stands out for its large areas and glass façades.
On one of the city’s main thoroughfares, it is just a few meters from shopping areas, schools, essential services and the city center.
Also with an eye on the future, Ponto Urbano is giving birth to Ethula.
Located in the Foz de Prata allotment, the largest in the Aveiro region, this building has sustainability as its premise, the same as its surroundings.
This is a project that is proving to be an investment with great heritage value and that will go down in the history of the city of Aveiro.
To live here is to have access to a new way of life, surrounded by nature and overlooking the estuary, where there are parks, gardens, playing fields, shops and services.

From rigorous design to quality in construction, at Ponto Urbano we are aware that having a home is more than a necessity, it’s a dream. That’s why giving our customers the best is all about providing excellent solutions and locations, accompanied by personalized service.

Talk to our sales team and find out about all our projects and their respective locations.

Leave a mark on the Aveiro market. This is one of the aims of Ponto Urbano, which is now preparing to become part of the Foz de Prata allotment, with a commitment to the Ethula building. Foz de Prata is one of the most important allotments in the city and is designed to redevelop an important area of Aveiro.

Inspired by the Egretta thula, the Little Egret, the Ethula is one of the 11 projects that make up the allotment. Marked by its white tones and unique architecture, it offers 46 flats to the property market, with the options of one or two bedrooms.
The spacious and serene interiors are an invitation to comfort, complete with other amenities:

• Fully-equipped kitchens
• Garden terraces
• Photovoltaic panels
• Private car and bicycle parking

The new Ethula building also has a view of the estuary and its privileged location allows its residents to be close to services and the main access routes to the city.

• A25 motorway (1 min)
• EB1 das Barrocas (2 mins)
• EB1 da Vera Cruz (3 mins)
• Supermarket (2 mins)
• Train station (5 min)
• Rossio and historic Beira Mar neighbourhood (5 min)

For Ponto Urbano, “Ethula is a safe bet in a new privileged location in the city”.

Markedly sustainable, Foz de Prata is one of the first allotments in Portugal to be LEED-ND certified, the world’s most prestigious in the field of sustainability. In addition to the large green areas, there will also be parks and gardens, a playground, terraces, a new riverside promenade, shops and services. Foz de Prata will be the ideal place to live and feel Aveiro.

Ponto Urbano’s arrival in São João da Madeira brings the Páteo 1896 building. At the intersection of Rua João da Silva Correia and Avenida da Misericórdia, this project combines location with the city’s history and goes beyond time to honour the figure of João da Silva Correia.

Considered one of the city’s “patrons”, he lends his date of birth, 1896, to the name of Ponto Urbano’s first building on this site. In addition to this, there is the reference to the courtyards, the usual places for socialising, which in this project reflect the “private condominium” style, a privilege for its residents.

Inside the 5 floors there are 30 flats with typologies from 1 to 3 bedrooms, large balconies and private parking. Outside, there is a swimming pool and a large walled garden, inviting you to relax, share and unwind.

Just a few minutes from the centre of São João da Madeira, Páteo 1896’s location provides quick access to the essential services of city life.
School – 2 minutes
Hospital – 2 minutes
Shopping Centre – 3 minutes
Hat Museum – 4 minutes

Known for the hats and footwear industry, São João da Madeira is an important city in Aveiro district. Between industrial tourism and the greenery of nature, Páteo 1896 is where new chapters are lived, based on a lifestyle where privacy reigns.

Ponto Urbano’s commitment to this city reflects our continued growth in prime locations.

Responsible for landmark construction and urban regeneration projects in Aveiro, our premise is to build with quality and in a sustainable manner.

Known as the ‘city of canals’, Aveiro is an important and constantly growing urban centre that offers a peaceful lifestyle and a central location in Portugal.

Aveiro is at:

• 10 minutes from the famous Costa Nova beach
• 50 minutes from the centres of Porto and Coimbra
• 2.5 hours from Lisbon

What’s more, the aforementioned lifestyle guarantees access to all the essential services for city living. Here, the streets are criss-crossed by extensive Ria channels that offer Aveiro residents the constant company of nature.

A city in transformation, Aveiro is a safe harbour for investment in the housing market. To accompany this growth, Ponto Urbano continues to focus on expanding in the city. So far, there are 3 new developments and 3 addresses ready to be delivered to the market:

• Alavóo Residences (new building)
• Hidden (new building)
• The Light Home (new villa)
• Maximum ((building ready later this year)
• The Tiles ((building ready later this year)
• Puro Golden ((building ready later this year)

In addition to the centre, alternative locations are becoming increasingly popular for housing. In response to this expansion, Ponto Urbano has a villa in Vilar (Moradia V’LLAR) and a building in Vagueira beach (Difference), which join other existing projects.

Aveiro stands out on several fronts and is also known for its university education, high level of industry, Art Nouveau culture and architecture and the natural environment provided by the Ria and the salt pans.

To keep up with the city’s pace, at Ponto Urbano we continue to invest in locations that allow for the valorisation of assets. To do this, we rely on a vast team of professionals whose mission is to combine the rigour of the project with the quality of the work, in a job that culminates in the opening of doors to truly comfortable and functional refuges.