Mateus Araruna Gibson
I am a passionate architect in the final stages of completing my master's degree at the Università IUAV di Venezia.
Originally from Recife, Brazil, my early move to the United States of America exposed me to diverse languages and cultures, fostering my adaptability to challenging scenarios. I feel wonderfully comfortable in multicultural environments and possess exceptional social and communication skills.
My profound love for architecture, design, and art led me to relocate to Venice, where I have immersed myself in the profound impact these fields have on our daily lives.
With a strong architectural background, my expertise primarily lies in architectural design. I am deeply intrigued by the exploration of space and spatial perception, which I actively engage with through design, photography, and writing.
Throughout my career and by establishing my own personal practice in Recife, I have accumulated significant experience working on a wide range of architectural projects, spanning from interior design to residential and commercial buildings.
Experience
Nuvm Arquitetura | Architect/Founding Partner | 2018 - Ongoing
Founding partner of NUVM: a boutique architecture studio established in 2018 that aims to investigate, explore and produce architecture for various scales and a wide range of uses such as residential, commercial and institutional.
Barnum Architetti | Architecture Internship | 2023
Architecture internship realized under the supervision of the architect Paolo Oliva, founding partner of the architecture studio Barnum, located in Venice, Italy. Responsible for leading a project for a masterplan located in Falcade, a comune located in the Province of Belluno.
Universidade Católica de Pernambuco | Professor's Assistant | 2017
assistant to the professor during the course Contemporary Architecture, under Ana Luisa Oliveira Rolim, PhD.
Universidade Católica de Pernambuco | Research Fellow | 2016 - 2017
Institutional program for scientific initiation responsible for developing the research “Evaluation of the built space in the morphological units of the expanded continental center of Recife”.
Awards
29º Opera Prima
Graduate Degree Project | 2018
Finalist
Poligonus Arquitetura | Architecture Intern | 2014 - 2016
Responsible for developing and accompanying mainly residential, commercial and interior design projects from its initial and conceptual phase until its execution. The daily dynamic was in the studio with direct contact with the founding architects and suppliers.
Education
National Public Architecture Competition for Children’s Education Center
Brasilia, Brasil | 2016
Honorable Mention
National Public Architecture Competition for Basic Health Unit
Brasilia, Brasil | 2016
Honorable Mention
Language Skills
Università IUAV di Venezia
M.A. in Architecture
2021 - Ongoing
Universidade Católica de Pernambuco
Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism
2013 - 2018
Portuguese | Native
English | Fluent
Italian | Intermediary
I pride myself on being well-organized, maintaining structured workflows, and ensuring optimal productivity. My strong critical thinking abilities allow me to analyze complex situations, evaluate various perspectives, and make well-informed decisions. I possess a natural aptitude for problem-solving, consistently identifying and implementing innovative solutions to overcome challenges. Furthermore, my fast learning capabilities enable me to quickly adapt to new environments and acquire new skills.
Soft Skills
Software Abilities
I am highly proficient in Autodesk's AutoCAD and 3ds Max, utilizing these powerful tools to create precise and detailed architectural drawings and 3D models. I have experience working with Adobe's InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, allowing me to create captivating presentations, graphics, and visual compositions. These software skills enable me to effectively communicate architectural concepts and present designs in a visually compelling manner, making me a well-rounded professional in the field of architecture.
