The foundation
your project
is built on.

On time. On budget. With no surprises.

Algarve, Portugal

30+
Years in operations
1
Point of contact
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What We Do

A complete service.
One point of contact.

We manage your villa renovation from first brief to final handover — coordinating every contractor, tracking every euro, and ensuring the design vision is delivered exactly as intended.

Whether you're a second-home buyer embarking on a full renovation, an investor upgrading a property, or a full-time resident looking to transform your home — Cornerstone brings structure, discipline and calm to every project.

01
Project Management
End-to-end project management from brief to handover. One point of contact. Complete transparency throughout.
02
Contractor Coordination
We brief, schedule and supervise every trade. You deal with one person, not twenty.
03
Budget Control
Live budget tracking from day one. Every expenditure documented and reported. No hidden costs.
04
Villa Renovation
Full villa remodelling and refurbishment. Structural works, interiors, and everything in between.
05
Construction Works
Bathrooms, roofing, waterproofing, insulation, rendering, painting, flooring, solar and electrical.
06
Design Coordination
We work seamlessly alongside the Indigo Sun Interior Design team, ensuring design intent is faithfully delivered on site.
07
Plumbing
Full plumbing upgrades and installations — kitchens, bathrooms, underfloor systems and complete pipework.
08
Windows & Glass Panelling
Supply and installation of aluminium frames, glass panels and sliding systems from trusted Algarve suppliers.
About

John Hill

Project Manager · Cornerstone Project Management

“Thirty years of making complex things run smoothly — from Alpine hotels to Algarve villas.”

John Hill has spent three decades making things work — from launching mountain hotels in the Alps and Mediterranean resorts with two-week windows before the first guests arrived, to managing superyacht operations across the Med and Caribbean, organising triathlons on the Algarve coast, and building a family home from the ground up during a global pandemic.

The common thread has always been the same: take something complex, bring structure to it, build the right team around it, and deliver.

Cornerstone Project Management was a natural next step. Working alongside the Algarve's finest interior designers, John brings the same calm, methodical approach to luxury villa renovation — managing every contractor, tracking every euro, and ensuring your project is delivered exactly as envisioned. On time. On budget. With no surprises.

Based in the Algarve since 2006, he knows the region, the contractors, the suppliers and the pace of life here. That local knowledge, combined with the discipline of 30 years in high-pressure operational roles, is what Cornerstone is built on.

30+ Years
Operational management across hospitality, events and property
Algarve Since 2006
Deep local knowledge of contractors, suppliers and the region
Hands-On
Project managed and built his own family home renovation during Covid
Multilingual
Works effectively across nationalities and cultures

Design Partnership

Cornerstone Project Management works in close partnership with Indigo Sun Interior Design — bringing together project management precision and exceptional interior design for a seamless client experience.

The studio is led by Founder and Lead Designer Leah Anderson and Executive Designer Lena Urusova — two American designers based in the western Algarve, creating serene, organic modern interiors for homes, holiday rentals and boutique businesses.

Together, Cornerstone and Indigo Sun offer clients a complete end-to-end service — from initial design concept through to final project delivery.

Selected Projects

Current work.

Full Renovation
Villa Renovation
Lagos, Algarve
Western Algarve
Full renovation of a detached villa including outbuilding conversion, roofing, waterproofing, full electrical and plumbing upgrade, and complete interior fit-out.
PMRenovationProcurement
Large-Scale Remodel
Villa Remodel
Lagos, Algarve
Western Algarve
Comprehensive villa remodel including full demolition and rebuild of interiors, solar installation, underfloor heating, laminate flooring throughout and complete interior refurbishment.
PMSolarDesign
Roof & Waterproofing
Roof Repair
Budens, Algarve
Western Algarve
Full roof repair and waterproofing including thermal insulation, bitumen mastic, roll membrane system, abutment works and ventilation system installation.
PMWaterproofing
Get in Touch

Let's talk
about your project.

Every project starts with a conversation. Tell us about your vision, your property and your timeline — we'll come back to you promptly.

info@cornerstonehomesandco.com

Based in

Algarve, Portugal