Miami has long been a gateway between Brazil and the United States — and now, one of Brazil’s most established design publications is officially planting roots in Florida. On March 18, Rio Arquitetura e Design launches its special Miami edition, introducing a distinctly Brazilian perspective on architecture, design, lifestyle, and female leadership to a state home to an estimated 400,000 Brazilian immigrants.
More than a magazine, the publication translates Brazil’s casual chic way of living for an international audience — that effortless blend of sophistication and warmth, where aesthetics meet comfort and spaces are designed not just to impress, but to be lived in.
Edited by Leandro Braz, Rio Arquitetura e Design has built a 20-year legacy in Brazil, evolving from a print publication into a broader creative platform that connects professionals, brands, and trends within the architecture and design ecosystem. Its arrival in Miami signals a natural expansion: Florida has become one of the most important hubs for Brazilian entrepreneurs abroad, particularly women leading businesses across design, hospitality, law, wellness, and culture.
Brazilian Women in the Spotlight
This edition places women at the center of the narrative, highlighting their entrepreneurial spirit and growing visibility in the United States. Featured voices span architecture and interior design, as well as law, gastronomy, literature, coaching, fashion, nutrition, and business consulting — reflecting the diversity of Brazilian talent shaping Florida’s creative and professional landscape.
Among the women featured in this edition is journalist Tatiana Cesso, editor-in-chief of Brazilcore.
“I feel truly honored to be part of a project that celebrates the strength of Brazilian women building businesses abroad. There are so many stories of resilience and success within a community that continues to grow and gain visibility in the United States,” Tatiana says.
The cover of this special edition is signed by Renata Sallowicz, and the issue gathers a wide range of professionals and brands, reinforcing the sophistication and plurality of Brazil’s creative market abroad. The magazine is bilingual and will be distributed free of charge at select points of interest across Miami.
A Strategic Expansion to Florida
The Miami launch represents a new chapter in the magazine’s international presence. Distribution and business development in the U.S. are strengthened by Thais Beraha, who will also represent the publication in Orlando, expanding its reach across Florida.
The official launch takes place on March 18 at Sagrado Café in Downtown Miami — a well-known meeting point for Brazilians in the city — bringing together guests, partners, and professionals from the architecture, design, and lifestyle sectors.
For foreign readers curious about Brazil beyond clichés, Rio Arquitetura e Design offers a more nuanced portrait: one where design reflects identity, entrepreneurship fuels expansion, and Brazil’s casual elegance finds a new home in Florida.
