About Kora developments
An Experience You Can Rely On.
Built on Breadth.
Accountable by Design.
Kora Developments brings together teams of experienced engineers, architects, builders, solicitors and accountants who can provide comprehensive support on all matters throughout your property journey in Portugal.
Estate agents optimise for the sale. Lawyers optimise for compliance. Architects optimise for design. Contractors optimise for margin. Whether you are buying a home, renovating a property or investing in Portugal, you will often find yourself left coordinating five or six independent parties across language barriers, time zones, and competing incentives – with no single point of accountability when things stall.
Kora Developments brings together the right professionsals for every stage of your project. We coordinate acquisition, planning, engineering, construction, property management, and exit strategy so that every decision in your property lifecycle passes through one accountable team that understands the whole picture.
How We Work
Our Process
Every project is different, but our approach is always the same. We guide you through each stage of the process with clear communication, practical advice and coordinated support.
01
Understanding Your Goals
Whether you’re buying a family home, planning a renovation or making an investment, we begin by understanding your objectives, budget and timescales.
02
Planning
We coordinate all due diligence: legal, fiscal, structural, and municipal. Planning applications, architectural briefs, and engineering specifications are prepared and submitted under our management. Although approvals and timelines remain the responsibility of the relevant authorities, we manage the process on your behalf.
03
Execution
Construction, renovation, and fit-out are managed in-house. We run weekly reporting, cost control, and quality assurance on site — no surprises, no scope creep, no finger-pointing between subcontractors.
04
Handover
Property management, rental optimisation, or exit and sale. We remain your single point of contact through to disposition – or as long as you hold the property. Your investment, our stewardship.
Credentials
Certifications & Licences
Licensed Engineer
Ordem dos Engenheiros (OE)
Portuguese Engineering Council
AMI Licence Holder
Mediation Licence (IMPIC)
Portuguese Real Estate Regulatory Body
Project Management
PMP Certified
Project Management Institute
NIF Fiscal Representative
Authorized Fiscal Representative
Portuguese Tax Authority (AT)
Construction Safety
CSPS Certified Coordinator
EU Construction Safety Directive
Energy Certification
Perito Qualificado (PQ)
ADENE Energy Certification System
Ready to Start?
Whether you are acquiring your first property in Portugal or expanding an existing portfolio, a strategy consultation is where every successful engagement begins.