In this episode, Brechtje Smidt sits down with André Amaro, who together with Maarten Baas found Downtown Palmela in 2022 (www.downtownpalmela.com). They explore the deeply personal story behind this unique creative space. Born from tragic circumstances, Downtown Palmela became more than just an art hub—it grew into a laboratory for meaningful creation, connection, and vision-driven projects. André opens up about the transformative journey that led him to channel grief into purpose, and how Downtown Palmela now fosters an inspiring environment where the creative process becomes a tool for healing and change