Edu Hub - eBrochure

CGI ImaGe showInG the overall development plan for the edu hub lIsbon

A new innovation hub for Lisbon

Home to the future of education

Edu Hub Lisbon is planned as a collaborative campus for the future of education, in the city of Lisbon.

It promotes a real-world approach to lifelong learning, driven by digital transformation and innovative partnerships.

Edu Hub Lisbon’s 28,400 sqm development is anchored by a KS1-12 international school: United Lisbon International School (‘United Lisbon’). Opening its doors in 2020, with a truly global vision, Today, United Lisbon has over 35 nationalities represented. It is an official International Baccalaureate World School, and a flagship school in the Microsoft Showcase School’s network. In 2022, United Lisbon joined the Dukes Education group, in pursuit of a common purpose – to give young people an outstanding start in life.

All occupiers of the Edu Hub Lisbon will enjoy access to a range of campus facilities, designed for the shared needs of modern educators and businesses:

• extensive indoor and outdoor sports facilities;

• indoor and outdoor event spaces;

• a theatre for performances and presentations;

• a day-to-evening café/restaurant;

• a large underground car park with charging points for electric vehicles;

• accommodation for students and visiting professionals

This first-of-its-kind campus community will come to life alongside revitalized industrial buildings with new spaces for learning, working, and living. Our partners are educators and businesses that share our vision for growth, collaboration, and lifelong learning.

Location

Edu Hub Lisbon is located in the transformative neighbourhood of Marvila, just minutes away from the modern business and residential district of Parque das Nações (the Park of Nations).

The campus enjoys an excellent location for both national and international connections:

• Less than 10 minutes on foot to 2 Metro stations, Olivais and Chelas; and

• Less than 10 minutes by car to both the airport and Gare do Oriente train station.

Lisbon, Portugal

Europe’s best-loved city

A cosmopolitan city that boasts quality of life, community and culture - there are few places in the world that compare to Lisbon. Its increasingly global appeal has made this European capital a top destination for students, as well as companies and families looking for new horizons.

The site is in an expansion corridor for commerce and culture, in the trending neighbourhood of Marvila. Being next door to Parque das Nações (the Park of Nations), the development is positioned to serve the undeniable growth from this established center, as well as the urban renewal vision that spreads up the riverside from historic Lisbon, through Beato.

park of natIons, the CIty’s modern quarter, where web summIt takes plaCe every year.

EDU HUB LISBON

The Big Numbers

4 outdoor sports pitches

50,000sqm of construction

5,000+ people could work and/or learn from the hub

400+ people could live here

2 indoor sports pitches

7minutes from the airport

361 car parking spaces

5 minutes from Park of Nations

Education Ecosystem

The Edu Hub will be a place where students, educators, innovators and creators can connect and interact in a shared vision for lifelong learning.

Thanks to shared facilities on site, the community can come together for work, play and sport. The Edu Hub strongly supports arts and culture, by bringing amazing experiences to its community. The campus has already hosted a major exhibition by the legendary Portuguese artist, Bordalo II, as well as art workshops.

The anchor K-12 school, United Lisbon International School, was launched in September 2020 in the first phase of completion for the Education Hub. Upon completion of the next phase, the Education Hub looks to offer a wide range of programs collaborating with a range of national and international providers:

• Reskilling & Upskilling programs

• Gap year programs

• Hybrid programs of study

• AI-Powered Courses & Self-Study Programs

• Internship & Externship opportunities

Gap year program

Hybrid programs of study

Reskilling & Upskilling programs

AI-Powered Courses & Self-Study Programs

Internship & Externship opportunities

A Hybrid Campus Community

World-Class Learning Facilities

Our education hub allows learners to access state-of-the-art facilities, that includes science and IT laboratories, gymnasiums, libraries, community learning spaces, art, design and technology workshops.

Warehouse Workspace

Rehabilitated industrial buildings, providing modern spaces for learning and working. Perfect for educational institutions (universities or research institutes) who want to set up a branch campus in Lisbon; or businesses looking for their Lisbon headquarters.

Private, Public Spaces

Every occupier on the estate will be able to enjoy a suite of shared campus facilities, making this more than just a place to learn or work - it is a place to live. A range of highquality sports facilities, set beside privately managed and green public spaces, create a haven within an urban environment.

Lodging Accommodation

A collection of 3 buildings, with c.250 apartments designed for modern communal living. These will include studios for students attending short courses on site, and landing pads for new families arriving in Lisbon.

EDU HUB LISBON

A Campus Community

Indoor / Outdoor Sports & Events Hall

3RD PHASE NEW BUILD PROJECT

Total Floorspace: 2.606 m2

United Lisbon International School

RENOVATION PROJECT COMPLETED AND OPEN

Total Floorspace: 23.172 m2

High School Expansion

2ND PHASE RENOVATION PROJECT

Total Floorspace: 4.775 m2

Lodging Accommodation

3RD PHASE NEW BUILD PROJECT

D1 - Total Floorspace: 2.689 m2

D2 - Total Floorspace: 9.876 m2

D3

Education

3RD PHASE NEW BUILD PROJECT

D3 - Total Floorspace: 2.897 m2

Warehouse Workspace

2ND PHASE RENOVATION PROJECT

Total Floorspace: 4.422 m2

The Edu Hub estate comprises 6 sections, arranged around a central village square and a network of green public spaces. The campus enjoys a traffic-free environment, thanks to the development of underground parking. The entire estate will be developed in 3 phases, with expected completion of the entire site in 2027.

*All areas shown are construction areas permitted by licensing

The no. 1

International School

for the city

The United Lisbon International School (“United Lisbon”), is the leading piece of the development, completed as part of the first phase in 2020. Its location, grounds and unmatched facilities make it the top choice for an international school in the city of Lisbon.

In 2022, United Lisbon became part of the Dukes Education family of schools. As one of Dukes’ 40 brands, United Lisbon is now part of a broad network of educators dedicated to excellence. This partnership allows United Lisbon to continue to elevate standards, on both the national and international stages.

As a city school, United Lisbon benefits from many opportunities to engage with some of Lisbon’s best institutions and companies, to contribute to a rich curricular and extra-curricular program.

Future occupiers that join the Edu Hub campus will automatically become part of this network – a network that enjoys interacting with young minds, some of the best that the next generation has to offer. Like other companies in the neighbourhood, we invite companies that join the campus to offer the school structured opportunities for work placements and internships.

The school is housed in a former university building, which is protected for its architectural heritage. The rehabilitation Project won the Lisbon prize in the World Architecture Festival 2021 it maximizes the use of the existing structure while sensitively modernizing it for the demands of progressive education.

The classrooms and interstitial spaces are designed specifically to promote collaboration, creativity, and transparency. We’ve hired some of the best teachers in their field, from all over the globe, promising a world-class experience for our students at United Lisbon.

Innovative Learning

In a fast-changing world, students need new skills and competencies to succeed. United Lisbon sets a new standard for the 21st century with its classrooms, laboratories, art rooms, creative hubs and an innovative maker space with a 3D-printer, laser cutter, Beebots and Minecraft coding. Students learn leadership and collaborative skills by managing their own projects. Through our Student Council and the EMBRACE program, we give our students the opportunity to engage in humanitarian efforts and learn to be global citizens. Our international faculty has several years of international experience from all over the world to give our children the best in international education. We have developed a rich sports program for the different age groups, through the use of 6,500 sqm of outdoor play and sports facilities on site, as well as offsite sports facilities (e.g. swimming pools), which allow us to enhance our offer to the students.

Leading Academic Programs

Extracurricular Program

We offer a quality academic program that follows the United States of America Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The school welcomes learners from Early Childhood (age 3) to high school graduation (Grade 12). We create a dynamic learning culture where our learners become experts who have deep conceptual understandings, high levels of competencies and a strong positive moral character. Our learning pathway culminates with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program in Grades 11 and 12 in which students will graduate with the IB Diploma.

We offer a diverse program for our students to follow their passions and to learn beyond the classroom. We partner with leading institutions to create engaging experiences for United Lisbon students. Our unique partnerships with top providers such as Sporting FC, Lisbon Racket Center, Jazzy Dance Academy and Speakwell give our children the best opportunities to develop their passions. Building on these partnerships, every year United Lisbon curates a summer camp, packed with activities, which welcomes students from all over the country.

the IConIC façade of the buIldInG, as seen from the avenIda.

Contemporary design meets industrial heritage

for dynamic businesses and learning providers

This vision for education and technology amidst Lisbon’s most exciting and family-friendly neighbourhood, the Park of Nations, was created by the awardwinning Elegant Group. The Group has a track record of 20 years developing and operating large properties across Portugal.

Their properties have each become successful destinations, putting places on the map. The Edu Hub was designed by the Elegant Group and the internationally acclaimed architect, Eduardo Capinha Lopes. The vision for a campus community was brought to life by Capinha Lopes, by revitalizing industrial structures and creating attractive new spaces and buildings where people will enjoy living, learning and working.

the buIldInGs In theIr orIGInal form In the 60’s

these were phIlIps’ faCtorIes for the produCtIon of televIsIons, radIos and lIGht fIxtures In portuGalknown as ‘fapae’, fábrICa portuGuesa de artIGos elétrICos

brInGInG these spaCes baCk to lIfe, to support the IndustrIes of the future eConomy, Is our passIon and ambItIon at edu hub lIsbon.

The Industrial Heritage

Philips inaugurated the factory on January 23rd, 1953 - “FAPAE – Fábrica Portuguesa de Artigos Elétricos”.

Owned by “Philips Portuguesa S.A.R.L”, this factory unit designed by the architect Porfírio Pardal Monteiro, was mainly dedicated to the manufacture of light bulbs for domestic consumption, and its opening was part of the commemoration of the twenty-five years of Philips Portuguesa and expressed the ongoing industrial modernization.

The Team

Roman and Chitra Stern are the founders and CEOs of the Elegant Group, owners and developers of the Martinhal hotels and residences, and the United Lisbon Education Hub.

The couple has lived in Portugal since 2001, during which time they have executed award-winning projects in real estate and hospitality. Together, they have developed an excellent reputation with the market, government and banks with their brand of family hotels, resorts and residences, Martinhal.

Martinhal was developed as an original concept, from the ground up, welcoming families from all over the world to Portugal since 2010. Their family-focused vision and values promise to make the Education Hub an exciting, anchor project for Lisbon – and Portugal.

The couple has become known for creating destinations that have global appeal. Savills names Martinhal one of the top 3 branded residences brands in Europe. Their award-winning projects in the Lisbon area include the Ageas headquarters (completed in December 2021) and the United Lisbon International School (completed in 2020) – both of which were awarded the “Lisbon Prize” at the World Architecture Festival, as well as several awards from the annual Lisbon Salon for Property.

From 2017 to 2020, Chitra Stern was part of a task force for Foreign Direct Investment in Portugal reporting directly to the Prime Minister’s office. Today, Chitra remains part of a tourism think tank formed by the Ministry of Tourism. Chitra has several accolades as an entrepreneur, including: President of the Portuguese chapter of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) from 2020 to 2022, mentor for Portugal Ventures (the state’s own VC), visiting professor at Nova School of Business and Economics, as well as recipient of the “Entrepreneur of the Year” award from the London Business School.

the eleGant Group Is well-known for CreatInG beautIful plaCes, wIth exCellent servICes, where people enjoy spendInG tIme

aGeas buIldInG

martInhal resIdenCes

martInhal ChIado

martInhal saGres

martInhal quInta

The Martinhal Group Reviews

“A symbol of Portugal’s dynamic approach to innovation, Edu Hub Lisbon is set to become a focal point for the city’s business and education community.

Lisbon has reached new heights over the last few years. Portugal’s coastal capital recovered from the financial crisis to become one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations amongst tourists, investors, and expats. An investment friendly government –demonstrated most clearly by the successful Golden Visa initiative – has been instrumental in Lisbon’s transition from a tourist destination to a dynamic and cosmopolitan hub for technology, innovation, and entrepreneurism.

“Europe’s San Francisco” or “Startup capital” are common monikers, and ones that look beyond the more commonly discussed benefits of reasonable living costs, wonderful climate and cultural heritage.”

The European, Jan 2022

“Martinhal Resorts is a collection of luxury hotels in Portugal that’s at the vanguard of several key travel trends. Those include the re-emergence of Europe as a destination for American travelers in 2022, family travel and the rise of a new class of digital nomads. I recently caught up with Martinhal’s CEO, Chitra Stern, in Lisbon to find out what U.S. travelers should expect when they return to Europe.”

Forbes, US, 2021

“In step with the city’s success story, Martinhal Residences Lisbon offers an unrivalled opportunity in Europe’s most cosmopolitan centres.”

The Luxury Report, August 2021

“Chitra and Roman Stern, a British-Swiss couple who own and operate family-friendly Martinhal Family Hotels in Portugal, know a great deal about international schools. They not only chose to educate their four children, aged 19 to 11, through the system, but two years ago they founded one in Lisbon. United Lisbon International School opened in 2020, with the first International Baccalaureate (IB) students set to graduate in 2024.”

The Times, August 2022

“Properly child-friendly hotel that doesn’t skimp on style. Rooms are large and luxurious, a smattering of bougie duplex villas offering a more private experience for families. At every turn you’ll marvel at the attention to detail that makes sure you and your family are having a belter of a time: think bike hire, zip wires, football pitches, outdoor soft play areas and even a trampoline built into the ground. All seamlessly blend into the hotel’s chic surrounds, flanked by stunning cork trees and gorgeous swimming pools for everybody to enjoy together.”

The Handbook, 2022

“Lisbon tops the list for coolest city, but it’s great for children too, with tram rides and quirky design attractions. The central Martinhal Chiado has kids’ clubs for all ages, baby equipment on tap, and apartment-style rooms.”

The Telegraph, 2020

Rehabilitation

+ solving a problem

What started out as an identification of a weakness for FDI turned into an opportunity for investment and the Sterns invested in defunct and abandoned industrial buildings to convert them into an innovative education hub, with a world-class international school.

This ambitious project has been born from the ever-growing need to invest time, money and efforts in the field of education – to ensure a better future for all.

the edu hub Is strateGICally loCated In a reGeneratIon CorrIdor that Captures the spread of lIsbon’s eConomIC aCtIvIty between the hIstorIC Centre and park of natIons