A Pioneer of Affective Architecture: The World of Guto Requena Guto Requena, born in Sorocaba, Brazil, in 1979, isn’t simply an architect or a designer; he is a weaver of experiences. His work transcends the boundaries of traditional disciplines, forging a compelling intersection between digital technology, emotional intelligence, and the built environment. From his early education at the São Carlos Engineering School, part of the esteemed University of São Paulo – where he earned his degree in Architecture & Urbanism in 1999 – Requena demonstrated an insatiable curiosity for how spaces coul…