Gabriela de Matos debuts series on Afro-Brazilian architecture on Arte1 channel
- Regina Campos
- Feb 8
- 1 min read

The series Arquitetura Hoje! premieres on the Arte1 channel on March 13. Gabriela de Matos will present the influence of Afro-Brazilian culture. Produced by Na Laje Filmes, the show focuses on ancestral knowledge and technologies.
Gabriela will travel through Bahia, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo to explore cultural diversity and its impact on architecture. The series links architecture with global debates, such as climate issues.
Next Thursday, March 13, Arte1 will launch the series Arquitetura Hoje!, hosted by Gabriela de Matos. The program will explore ancestral technologies and Afro-Brazilian knowledge, emphasizing their influence on contemporary Brazilian architecture.
Gabriela will visit several regions of the country—including Bahia, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo—to present examples that reflect cultural diversity and its implications in architecture.
Produced by Na Laje Filmes, the series aims to show how different ways of thinking about architecture impact spaces and people’s daily lives.
Gabriela highlights the importance of understanding how the cultural characteristics of territories shape local architecture and connect with global discussions, including climate change.
“We were in Bahia, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo to document how architecture is perceived differently,” says Gabriela, stressing the cultural relevance of this legacy.
The series promises to offer a new perspective on Brazilian architecture, showcasing the richness of Afro-Brazilian traditions and their role in shaping urban and rural environments across the country.
Published on: February 8, 2025
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