Photorealistic 3D rendering of modern skatepark – architectural visualization for public urban design and action sports environments

Immersive Design for Skateparks,

Theme Parks & Live Experiences

From blue-sky concept to build-ready visuals. Design that speaks to your audience, your culture, and your brand.

The creative playground your audience won’t want to leave.

This service is for studios, cities, creative directors, or production teams who want something that actually sticks with people—not just a cool layout, but an experience.
I bring together everything I know from storytelling, concept art, and worldbuilding to help you create skateparks and theme parks that feel alive. It’s visual design rooted in culture, community, and purpose.

This work blends imagination with precision: I design functional features that skaters actually want to ride, and immersive worlds that visitors actually want to explore. Whether you're building a permanent site or a pop-up experience, the process is collaborative, iterative, and driven by both research and gut.

Expect moodboards. Expect 3D. Expect deep dives into storytelling, community engagement, spatial rhythm, and vibe. It's not just about what looks good—it's about what feels right.

entertainment design for theme parks, a wireframe of a plan for amusement park prop

What’s Included:

  • Initial creative discovery and moodboarding

  • Community-centered design process

  • 3D concept models and immersive visualizations

  • Blueprint-ready schematics for skate and theme park elements

  • Cultural, aesthetic, and safety considerations

  • Pitch decks or visual aids for funding / stakeholder buy-in

  • Style guides for long-term brand consistency

  • Optional: branded worldbuilding, merch-ready visual assets

What’s Not Included:

  • Physical construction (but I can collaborate with your builders or architects)

  • Legal compliance docs or permits (you’ll need a local pro for that)

  • Cookie-cutter solutions (we don’t do boring here)

Every project starts with a conversation. From there, we move into research, storytelling strategy, and idea sketching. Then we jump into 3D visualization, iteration, and feedback—together.
Your voice, your audience, your culture? Always baked in.

We’ll break down the work into clear phases, so you always know what’s coming next: discovery, concept sketches, 3D mockups, refinements, final delivery.

You get to review at every stage. No surprises—just steady progress.

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3D renderings for park planning. Visual development for physical spaces. Park design for community engagement.

Skatepark and Theme Park Services

To book, we require a 33% deposit, a 33% by mid-milestones, and a 33% billed at the end of the project. Reach and and contact for a custom setup/day rate if you have on-going needs.

Entertainment design concept showing themed ride queue area – immersive storytelling in theme park architecture

Themed Environment Design – Immersive zones that blend storytelling and architecture.

Digital concept art of minimalist skatepark design – rendered scene for sports facility proposal and experiential branding

Park Layout Concepts – Top-down and isometric views that map flow, transitions, and user interaction.

Printed portfolio layout showing theme park and environment design work – pitch material for entertainment architecture clients

Experience Planning – Visual blueprints and beats to shape how guests feel and move through space.

70%

Customer engagement spike upon building and applying mood-oriented style-guides.

43%

more sales converted through social media graphics and visuals built heavily through storytelling techniques.

90%

of created assets were included in the final project.

Custom long-term pricing available for bookings over 60 days
Flexible, discounted rates for studios seeking extended concept art partnerships.

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  • It’s very hard to find a professional like Miguel. Very organized, prolific and effective with his workflow. Not to mention the impressive quality of ideas he brings to the table. It’s an honor to have worked with him!

    João Lira, Lead Concept Artist on Star Atlas, ATMTA Group

  • The director loved the works we just delivered from our collaboration! Thank you for helping us.

    Alice Zhang, Translator and Producer, NetEase Games

  • I want to say that your proposal was the most professional I’ve seen in a long time, even better than most freelancers and other AAA studios we’re working with.

    James Ohlen, VP Studio Head, Archetype Entertainment / Wizards of the Coast’ Company.

  • It was fantastic working with you on these, you're an exceptional talent with a wonderful work ethic. You had a tasteful process for creative exploration, and your balance of structure and freedom always invigorated our sessions. Looking forward to the future, Miguel.

    River Gandour, CEO of Third Book

Concept Design Portfolio

Dark-themed environmental concept art – post-apocalyptic zone design for immersive theme park experience
Wartime and ruin-themed environmental scenes – stylized and cinematic backdrops for themed park or VR spaces
3D studies and references for culturally themed architecture – location-based entertainment design
Technical drawing of themed architecture – previsualization
cutout environment concept art of a interior room
interior room plan for theme parks, and horror stories
treasure room planning
reference and drawing stage to test moods for a possible environment
tower concept design iteration, experimenting with horror moods
another tower iteration to concept moods
concept art of tower design
middle eastern gate concept design
mystical prop concept art
mystical prop concept art for theme parks
locked door concept art, perfect for any moody setting
box concept design for treasure rooms
box concept art in middle east style
horror gate design
cave concept art
environment design of sci-fi setting
mech battle environment concept
sci-fi city concept art
Character posed in 3D park environment – scale testing and environment integration for immersive experience design

Ride-First Design Philosophy

This isn’t just a technical mockup—it’s a visual strategy. Here’s where I test flow, sketch out rider lines, and adjust for what feels actually fun. I design for skateparks with the eyes of a skater and the brain of a worldbuilder. The result? Spaces that people want to hang out in, not just pass through.

The software’s complex. The goal is simple: build with heart.

Top-down isometric view of amusement park layout – environmental storytelling and visitor flow visualization

From Blueprint to Believability

Before a single ramp is built or a coaster twists through the sky, it all starts here—in 3D. These hybrid wireframe/render explorations let you and your stakeholders see the logic behind the layout, the physics of the space, and the flow of energy in real time.
I use 3D not just for form, but for function. These aren’t static renders—they’re storytelling tools that help you make smarter creative decisions earlier in the pipeline.

  • professional and beautifully shot wacom tablet for digital drawing and design

    Every project includes full creative oversight: from blue-sky sketches to environment storytelling, and everything in between. You get moodboards, structural sketches, terrain shaping, modular prop design, visual walkthroughs, and a Miro (or similar) board showing the entire process with breakdown videos. I also share references, flow design logic, and can bring in trusted collaborators if you need a team.

  • concept art workstation background, with professional software rendering

    I only take on one major space-design project at a time. That means your park — whether it’s skate, haunted, immersive, or themed — gets my full attention. My calendar’s cleared to be present and invested in building the most engaging, functional, and visually compelling space possible.

  • professional freelance artist taking notes on a macbook and leading a online meeting.

    Whether it’s a haunted house walkthrough or a skate ramp that flows like butter, my process starts with people: how they’ll move, feel, pause, and engage. From sketch to kitbash to render, we align on tone, shape language, lighting, signage, flow, and brand — all while keeping it exciting, safe, and production-ready.

  • resources and physical design books on a professional artist desk

    This is storytelling through experience. I combine background in games, film, and spatial design to make themed environments that actually feel designed. Whether it’s a post-apocalyptic alley for an escape room or a psychedelic bowl for a skatepark in the desert — every detail is intentional.

  • a beautiful selection of sketchbooks being reviewed by a professional artist and designer

    Tools include SketchUp, Blender, Photoshop, VR sculpts, and Unreal Engine — depending on the scope. I also bring in references from architecture, set design, lighting design, game flow, and real-world skating/surfing experience to build places that don’t just look cool — they feel real.

Concept art of ferris wheel in modern amusement park – large-scale environment design for themed entertainment attractions

Concepting in 3D

This is where the vision gets weight. I build immersive concepts using 3D tools so you can explore form, flow, and spatial storytelling. You'll see a rollercoaster come to life. A street plaza unfold. A design you can feel in your gut.

Live-action skateboarding photo with inset design sketch – real-world reference and park planning for skater-approved layouts

Modular, Playful, Purpose-Driven

Here’s where creative chaos meets structure. I kitbash and sculpt skatepark elements in real-time 3D workflows to explore modular ideas, geometry, and usability. These aren’t just cool shapes—they’re rideable concepts informed by skate culture and real community feedback.

The result? Visuals that capture both vibe and viability.
And yeah, we still leave room for happy accidents.

Behind-the-scenes video creation for environment design and storytelling – brand engagement and education for design clients

Collaboration Is Key

You're not just hiring me to make things pretty. You’re hiring someone who listens, challenges, collaborates, and refines. We talk. We sketch. We get feedback. You’re in the loop—and your project is better for it.

Design presentation slide for experience-focused environmental design – branding for theme parks and urban environments

Worldbuilding & Brand Cohesion

Design doesn’t stop at the render. I can help you think beyond the park into how your visuals show up on merch, in marketing, and across your brand identity. This is worldbuilding with legs.

  • What if you're not available for my skatepark or theme park project?

    It’s rare I’m booked solid for long, but if my schedule’s full, I’ll connect you with talented designers I trust — so your project stays in great hands, no matter what.

  • Do I need to be a designer or know technical terms to work with you?

    Absolutely not! Whether you’re a developer, community organizer, or park manager, I guide you through every step. From vision to technical details, I make sure we’re on the same page — no jargon required.

  • What’s included in your skatepark and theme park design service?

    You’ll get everything from initial site research, mood boards, and layout sketches, to detailed 3D models and flow diagrams — all focused on user experience, safety, and aesthetic impact. Plus, collaborative boards (like Miro) and video walk-throughs.

  • Can your designs help me pitch to investors or city planners?

    Definitely. I create clear, engaging presentations and visualizations that tell your park’s story — making it easier to secure funding, approvals, or community buy-in.

  • Can I hire you for just part of the process, like the concept or detailed design phase?

    Yes! Whether you need early-stage visioning or fully detailed plans ready for construction and marketing, I’m flexible to fit your project’s needs and budget.

    However, I do collaborate with trusted architects from Porto area, so we are able to execute the full scope of production with flawless quality on all fronts.

  • Who typically hires you for skatepark and theme park design?

    From municipal governments and private developers to community groups and entertainment brands — I’ve worked across the spectrum. Budget or project size doesn’t limit creativity or quality.

  • Where do you operate from, and do time zones affect our collaboration?

    Though based in Porto, Portugal, I work remotely worldwide, syncing with your team’s schedule to ensure smooth, real-time communication and collaboration.

  • What about project timelines and revisions?

    Each project is unique, but I prioritize clear milestones and open feedback loops. Expect thorough reviews with space for adjustments — because your vision deserves to shine through perfectly.

skater going down ramp with two thumbnail designs mocked up in 3d of spaces visualized and planned

Ready to start your project?

Let’s bring your space to life.

Whether you’re sketching on a napkin or already neck-deep in logistics, I’d love to hear what you're working on.
Send me your idea, your brief, your half-thought-out dream. I’ll help you shape it into something unforgettable.