Marcia Lopes de Mello

Marcia Lopes de Mello is an Assistant Professor at Miami University’s College of Creative Arts, Department of Architecture + Interior Design. She has held academic roles at institutions including Florida International University, Miami Dade College, and Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie. Her expertise spans Urbanism-Interior Interface, Human-Centered Design, and Post-War Architecture.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Architecture and Urbanism, Universidade de São Paulo
• MSc. in Urban Management & Development, Erasmus University Rotterdam
• M.Arch. in Computer in Design, University of Miami
• Multiple Graduate Certificates in Architecture and Higher Education Pedagogy
• B.Arch. from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie

Research & Creative Work: Focuses on social policies, multidisciplinary design, and architectural history. Exhibited collages in venues like Vayo Gallery (NY), Arts Warehouse (FL), and international festivals. Published in Pixo, Clepsydra, and Contemporary Collage magazines.

Awards:

• IIDA South Florida Educator of the Year (2014)
• Hands on Miami Artist of the Year (2008)

Professional Roles: Coordinates First-Year Design Studio at Miami University, serves on DEI and Career Champions committees. Active in ACSA, IDEC, and Society of Architectural Historians.