Develop an in-depth study of the reality of craft’s activities in Portugal, namely its organization and production structures, its spatial integration and its real estate properties

Contribute for the knowledge about the economic and social evolution of Portugal during the crucial era of maritime expansion.

Understand the particularities of the Portuguese evolution and the similarities with other European regions.

Determine the influence of Islamic tradition in craft’s activities.

Rediscover historical memory with potential to be applied in cultural and touristic projects.

Reinforce the idea of the existence of multiple models of craft’s regulation and organisation in medieval Europe.

Understand the diversity and specificity of crafts organisations and regulations in Portuguese towns and regions.

Contribute for the development of an hypothetical circulation of ideas and models in Europe.

Provide data and conclusions for other research projects.