Lucio completed his post graduation in tropical architecture in London. During his studies, he was inspired by the architectural works of such legends as Frank Lloyd Wright, Antoni Gaudi and Louis Kahn. He traveled frequently to Europe and the US, but his heart was in Goa and he decided to return after the Liberation. He passionately believed that there was great value in the tried and tested Goan architectural style and became a staunch advocate of it, Thus, he set about redefining modern Goan architecture.

Drawing his inspiration from the old houses and grand palaces of Goa, he fused traditional Goan Architecture with modern form and functionality. This led him to build practical and aesthetically pleasing structures that blended in beautifully with the Goan countryside.

Lucio aptly demonstrated that semi outdoor living with courtyards and balconies and living spaces designed for cross ventilation are perfectly suited for the Goan tropical climate.

Today Lucio’s projects display distinct Goan architectural features like sloping Mangalore tile roofs, eves boards, courtyards, arched windows and balconies laced with balustrades and the signature Goan arched windows. Some of his well known projects include The Don Bosco High School, The Ronil, Bambolim Beach Resort and Sun Village resort, the Titan factory at Verem, the Church of Siridao, the residences of Dattaraj and Dipti Salgaocar and Cezar and Mimi Menezes at Dona Paula.

Lucio was passionate about protecting and conserving the unique Goan style and heritage and was actively involved with cultural organizations such as INTACH (Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage) the Gulbenkien Foundation and Fundacao Oriente.

He also produced several documentary films that chronicled the evolution of Goan architecture.