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In the heart of central Portugal, nestled among the rolling hills of Beira Alta, Viseu captivates visitors with its unique blend of rich historical and artistic heritage and a high quality of life, so much so that the city has been recognised several times at national level as one of the best places to live in Portugal.
This modern quality of life goes hand in hand with the beauty of Viseu’s remarkable historical and artistic heritage, which is particularly evident in the Adro da Sé, a monumental stone square situated at the top of the city’s hill. Here, two religious buildings from different eras and in contrasting architectural styles face one another. Built in the 12th century in the Romanesque style, the Cathedral of Viseu was subsequently remodelled in the Gothic, Mannerist and Renaissance styles. Its austere, granite-clad façade stands out against the bright, airy interior, featuring intricate Manueline vaults and a Renaissance cloister adorned with the characteristic blue ceramic tiles known as azulejos. The Church of Mercy (or Igreja da Misericórdia in Portuguese) presents a white granite façade in the Baroque and Rococo styles. Its sinuous lines, symmetrical towers and elegant balcony contrast with the cathedral’s medieval solemnity. Right next to the cathedral, the Grão Vasco National Museum houses the works by the celebrated master and leading figure of the Portuguese Renaissance.
Continuing along the historic Rua Direita, protected by the imposing 15th-century City Wall Gates, visitors reach the Cava de Viriato, a mysterious octagonal earthen fortress that evokes the epic battles between the Lusitanians and the Roman Empire, as well as the region’s strategic importance over thousands of years.
This extraordinary historical heritage is complemented by Viseu’s green heart, which has earned it a reputation as a true “garden city”. Amid the centuries-old avenues of Parque do Fontelo and the tranquillity of Parque Aquilino Ribeiro, nature blends harmoniously with the urban landscape, creating a pleasant environment and providing ample space for leisure and recreation. This focus on community wellbeing is one of the factors that makes Viseu one of Portugal’s most liveable cities, and is also reflected in the efficient, modern management of public services. To facilitate streamlined administration that responds effectively to the needs of residents and businesses, the new Centre for Citizen Services of Viseu (Loja de Cidadão de Viseu) brings together the main offices of the Portuguese public administration and various private bodies offering services of public interest. At this multi-purpose centre, citizens can conveniently access a wide range of public and private facilities in one place, including social security, registration procedures and tax assistance.
The lighting has also contributed to the building’s excellence and modernity. To ensure perfect visibility and high visual comfort throughout the various spaces, the development of the lighting system was entrusted to Disano, which proposed advanced solutions with a distinctive design. The products installed include Liset 2.0 by Fosnova (Disano Group), Comfortsquare and Eco Lex. Manufactured in the finest Italian design tradition, these luminaires incorporate the latest generation of LED technology to deliver high efficiency, outstanding reliability and excellent light quality.
In particular, Liset 2.0 is a modular and flexible linear system equipped with top-performance LED light sources. It offers precise light control and a high colour rendering index, helping to create visually comfortable, stimulating and well-lit spaces.
Another flagship product for interior lighting is Comfortsquare. Its key strengths include the quality of its light output, characterised by uniform distribution, effective heat dissipation and excellent colour rendering. It also delivers a stable and precise light output, minimising the harmful effects of flicker (low flicker) and helping to protect visual health.
Completing the lighting system developed by Disano is Eco Lex, a range of recessed spotlights designed to combine technological innovation with maximum energy efficiency. This luminaire stands out for its robust construction and ease of installation. The optics distribute light evenly, eliminating glare and delivering optimal illumination throughout the space.
The entire system benefits from high-performance LEDs that provide a long service life while significantly reducing energy consumption and maintenance costs. This is complemented by excellent construction quality with materials selected and tested in the company’s laboratories to ensure lasting performance.
The aesthetic design also adds to the welcoming atmosphere of these spaces. Clean, minimalist and contemporary lines blend seamlessly into the architecture, allowing the lighting to make a subtle yet distinctive contribution to the overall environment.
At the Viseu Centre for Citizen Services, Disano has created a cutting-edge lighting installation that combines innovation, efficiency and design, turning lighting into a key element in promoting wellbeing and enhancing the quality of public service spaces.

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Centre for Citizen Services in Viseu