About Manuela Berraz
A pioneer in Neuroarchitecture.
Manuela Berraz is a pioneer in Neuroarchitecture and the founder of ARA Studio. With a community of over 70,000 professionals, she leads a new wave of design in Latin America that prioritizes biological well-being.
Her work bridges the gap between scientific rigor and ancestral wisdom, creating spaces that don’t just look good, but make you feel safe, focused, and restored.
70k+
Community
LATAM
Leading voice
Milan
Design Week 2026
The Concept · Milan 2026
Sensory Design as a sanctuary for the nervous system.
In a world of overstimulation, the home must return to its primal function: a sanctuary for the nervous system. Our curation for Milan 2026 focuses on material honesty and biological resonance.
We explore how light, texture, and geometry act as signals for the brain.
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Light
Circadian rhythm, spectrum, and shadow as biological signals.
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Texture
Material honesty read by skin, breath, and proprioception.
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Geometry
Proportion and volume as regulators of attention and calm.
Milan Design Week · April 20 – 26, 2026
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Press, collaborations, studio visits in Milan — or simply to keep the conversation on Neuroarchitecture going after the week.