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About AARQ

Armentano Arquitetura (AARQ) is a firm that stands out for its multidisciplinary approach, encompassing projects of various scales—from furniture design to the conception of complete buildings.

This diverse range of demands is met through a combination of extensive market experience and the innovative, creative spirit of its team. By employing cutting-edge technology such as the BIM system for modeling and production, the firm ensures precision, efficiency, and excellence in every project.

Each project developed undergoes a rigorous and meticulous process, transcending the mere creation of carefully designed spatial compositions. It is a journey devoted to interpreting, understanding, and bringing to life the dreams of its clients, with a keen and sensitive attention to their needs.

Armentano’s defining strength lies in its ability to merge a broad palette of architectural references with the sensitivity required to capture the unique emotions that shape each project. This constant dialogue between the specificities of each demand and the team’s expertise results in original spaces filled with emotion and personality, authentically reflecting the lifestyle and aspirations of its clients.
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Armentano Arquitetura (AARQ) is a firm that stands out for its multidisciplinary approach, encompassing projects of various scales—from furniture design to the conception of complete buildings.

This diverse range of demands is met through a combination of extensive market experience and the innovative, creative spirit of its team. By employing cutting-edge technology such as the BIM system for modeling and production, the firm ensures precision, efficiency, and excellence in every project.

Each project developed undergoes a rigorous and meticulous process, transcending the mere creation of carefully designed spatial compositions. It is a journey devoted to interpreting, understanding, and bringing to life the dreams of its clients, with a keen and sensitive attention to their needs.

Armentano’s defining strength lies in its ability to merge a broad palette of architectural references with the sensitivity required to capture the unique emotions that shape each project. This constant dialogue between the specificities of each demand and the team’s expertise results in original spaces filled with emotion and personality, authentically reflecting the lifestyle and aspirations of its clients.

Directors

  • João Armentano

    Partner Director

    João Armentano graduated in Architecture from Faculdade Brás Cubas in Mogi das Cruzes in the late 1980s. During his studies, he began working in the architectural field, forming partnerships and building his reputation until founding his eponymous firm in 1987. Over more than three decades of practice, his work has ranged from architectural projects on the scale of buildings to interior and object design.

  • Cristina Armentano

    Partner Director

    Cristina holds a degree in Pedagogy and currently serves as the director at Armentano Arquitetura in partnership with João. Since the beginning of her role, she has led the commercial and administrative strategies and oversees project management. Her experience and skills are essential to the success and growth of the team, ensuring an integrated and efficient approach to all office operations.

  • Julia Armentano

    Strategist

    Graduated in Social Sciences from PUC-SP and in Fine Arts from FAAP. With a solid academic background, she expanded her knowledge by completing a Master's degree in Social Design at the Design Academy in Eindhoven, Netherlands. Currently, she leads the strategic direction department at Armentano Arquitetura, where she is responsible for identifying innovative references and directions.

  • Rafael Palombo

    Diretor de Operações

    With an innovative profile, Rafael leads a multidisciplinary team, where his solid management skills guide operational excellence to deliver welcoming and sophisticated projects. Without abandoning his creative side, he establishes a structured workflow, overseeing the development of projects to ensure their aesthetic integrity and efficiency. With a sensitive and systematic approach, his passion for research provides the basis for creating functional and elegant spaces.

O que fazemos

Architecture

Residential projects that combine sophistication, functionality, and identity. Each space is designed to reflect the lifestyle of its residents, with careful attention to detail and timeless comfort.

Interior Design & Decoration

Commercial spaces that enhance both brand and user experience. Interior architecture designed to inspire connection, encourage flow, and strengthen the identity of the business.

Hospitality

Welcoming spaces with a distinctive atmosphere and refined aesthetics. The hospitality projects balance well-being and functionality, creating memorable experiences for every guest and client.

Product Design

João Armentano’s inspiration for designing the Horizon line for Roca was to express the purity of the architectural universe, exploring geometry and the interplay of light and shadow.

Team

  • Alahyse Paiva

    Architecture

    Alahyse Paiva

    Architecture
  • Alessandra Santos

    Commercial

    Alessandra Santos

    Commercial
  • Allan Lee

    Architecture

    Allan Lee

    Architecture
  • Ana Luiza Chaves

    Architecture

    Ana Luiza Chaves

    Architecture
  • Ana Tereza Ribeiro

    Commercial

    Ana Tereza Ribeiro

    Commercial
  • Ana Zuchetto

    Interior Design

    Ana Zuchetto

    Interior Design
  • Bruna Lazareti

    Architecture

    Bruna Lazareti

    Architecture
  • Camila Barros

    Financial

    Camila Barros

    Financial
  • Carolina de Lacquila

    Interior Design Manager

    Carolina de Lacquila

    Interior Design Manager
  • Cristiane Ganeu

    Human Resources

    Cristiane Ganeu

    Human Resources
  • Fernanda Bratti

    3D

    Fernanda Bratti

    3D
  • Gabriel Rocha

    3D

    Gabriel Rocha

    3D
  • Gabriela Batista

    Comercial

    Gabriela Batista

    Comercial
  • Gabriela Prado

    Hospitality

    Gabriela Prado

    Hospitality
  • Iratã Rossi

    Architecture

    Iratã Rossi

    Architecture
  • Isadora Riciopo

    Hospitality

    Isadora Riciopo

    Hospitality
  • Jenne Soares

    Commercial

    Jenne Soares

    Commercial
  • João Paulo Machado

    3D Coordinator

    João Paulo Machado

    3D Coordinator
  • Karina Carvalho

    Administrative

    Karina Carvalho

    Administrative
  • Karina Libório

    Financial

    Karina Libório

    Financial
  • Karina Zanon

    BIM Manager

    Karina Zanon

    BIM Manager
  • Luisa Gabriela Barbosa

    Architecture

    Luisa Gabriela Barbosa

    Architecture
  • Luiza Gusmão

    Interior Design

    Luiza Gusmão

    Interior Design
  • Maira Pansonato

    Decoration

    Maira Pansonato

    Decoration
  • Marcello Monte Mor

    Architecture

    Graduated in Architecture and Urbanism, Social Sciences, and Law, he teaches in MBA and postgraduate Architecture programs in São Paulo. With a creative, innovative, and multidisciplinary profile, he leads the AARQ Architecture Department, applying the concepts of Architecture and Interior Design developed throughout his career at the firm to large-scale projects, including buildings, hotels, residences, and retail spaces.

     
     

    Marcello Monte Mor

    Architecture

    Graduated in Architecture and Urbanism, Social Sciences, and Law, he teaches in MBA and postgraduate Architecture programs in São Paulo. With a creative, innovative, and multidisciplinary profile, he leads the AARQ Architecture Department, applying the concepts of Architecture and Interior Design developed throughout his career at the firm to large-scale projects, including buildings, hotels, residences, and retail spaces.

     
     
  • Marcia Kamei

    Architecture

    Marcia Kamei

    Architecture
  • Mateus Palma

    Architecture

    Mateus Palma

    Architecture
  • Nailda Alves

    Staff

    Nailda Alves

    Staff
  • Natália Caroline Farina

    Marketing

    Natália Caroline Farina

    Marketing
  • Natalia Franzolin

    Hospitality

    Natalia Franzolin

    Hospitality
  • Natasha Okuma

    Architecture

    Natasha Okuma is an architect and urban planner, graduated from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie in 2021. With experience across multiple project scales — from urban planning to residential design — she currently focuses primarily on interior architecture, exploring solutions that combine aesthetics, functionality, and well-being. Her approach reflects sensitivity, technical skill, and attention to detail, always aiming to harmonize comfort and functionality.

     
     

    Natasha Okuma

    Architecture

    Natasha Okuma is an architect and urban planner, graduated from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie in 2021. With experience across multiple project scales — from urban planning to residential design — she currently focuses primarily on interior architecture, exploring solutions that combine aesthetics, functionality, and well-being. Her approach reflects sensitivity, technical skill, and attention to detail, always aiming to harmonize comfort and functionality.

     
     
  • Paulo Donizete

    Staff

    Paulo Donizete

    Staff
  • Rita de Cassia

    Administrative

    Rita de Cassia

    Administrative
  • Roberta Poll

    Decoration Manager

    Roberta Poll

    Decoration Manager
  • Stela Kozlowski

    Hospitality

    Stela Kozlowski

    Hospitality
  • Thais Henriques

    Hospitality

    Thais Henriques

    Hospitality
  • Victor Panucci

    Marketing

    Victor Panucci

    Marketing
  • Vinicius Braun

    Architecture

    Vinicius Braun

    Architecture
  • Vinicius Sasaki

    Architecture

    Vinicius Sasaki

    Architecture
  • William Luiz

    Financial

    William Luiz

    Financial

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