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First name

Rosana

Last Name

Sousa

Username

rosanasousa-com

Studio Name

Rosana Sousa

City

Porto

Country

Portugal

Biography

Rosana Sousa is a multidisciplinary designer based in Barcelona and Porto, distinguished by her meticulous attention to detail and holistic approach to design. Deeply attuned to the cultural and sensory dimensions of materials, she engages hands-on with textures, origins, and inherent behaviors, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary industry to push the boundaries of expression. Her work embodies a harmonious balance of technical precision and artistic sensitivity, fostering close relationships with local artisans and resources to create artifacts rooted in both heritage and transformation. Currently expanding her research into emerging materials and regenerative processes, she further explores the intersections between material culture and natural systems, shaping more conscious and forward-thinking design practices.

Awards & Nominations

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Isola Design Awards ― Seating Category

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Lisbon Design Week ― Young Design Generation Nominee

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One Day Design Challenge ― Roca S.A.