Arthur Casas Mattos: Architect of Brazilian Identity Arthur Casas Mattos (born 1937, Brazil) stands as a pivotal figure in Brazilian architecture and urban design, shaping the landscape of contemporary aesthetics while deeply rooted in regional traditions. His career spans decades, marked by an unwavering commitment to exploring the interplay between materiality, form, and context—a philosophy that has cemented his reputation as one of Brazil’s most influential architects. Casas's journey began with formative experiences studying architecture at Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), São Pa…