IAGO

RAFAEL

about.

I create and support projects where design, development and storytelling meet — shaping solutions grounded in real human needs.

Iago Rafael smiling in the middle of PUC-Rio street
Iago Rafael smiling in the middle of PUC-Rio street
Iago Rafael smiling in the middle of PUC-Rio street

I craft thoughtful, functional, and emotionally engaging experiences. My approach combines UX design, digital conception and cultural insight — aiming to create products that feel as good as they work.

education.
PUC-Rio campus seen from above
PUC-Rio campus seen from above
PUC-Rio campus seen from above
PUC-Rio

Master of Design (2025 - present)

View of Fundão Island (UFRJ) from Catalão Island
View of Fundão Island (UFRJ) from Catalão Island
View of Fundão Island (UFRJ) from Catalão Island
UFRJ

Bachelor of Computer Science (2024)

what I do.

UX & UI DESIGN

FRONT-END DEV

VISUAL IDENTITY

STORYTELLING

UX & UI DESIGN

FRONT-END DEV

VISUAL IDENTITY

STORYTELLING

UX & UI DESIGN

FRONT-END DEV

VISUAL IDENTITY

STORYTELLING

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Iago Rafael at his graduation in front of the Minerva statue, symbol of UFRJ
Iago Rafael at his graduation in front of the Minerva statue, symbol of UFRJ
Iago Rafael at his graduation in front of the Minerva statue, symbol of UFRJ
Iago Rafael in front of the dAD building at PUC-Rio
Iago Rafael in front of the dAD building at PUC-Rio
Iago Rafael in front of the dAD building at PUC-Rio
personal life.

I believe that curiosity, culture, and creativity are inseparable — and they constantly shape the way I approach design.

When I’m not studying or designing, you’ll probably find me watching anime, geeking out over my Apple products, writing, learning Japanese, blasting good music, or sipping coffee and cold tea at a mall café.

I’m also the kind of person who watches every single movie in the cinema — and feels genuinely happy about it.

Beyond the screen, I love exploring Brazilian landscapes and finding inspiration in Studio Ghibli’s storytelling and worlds.

Iago Rafael smiling in the middle of PUC-Rio street
Iago Rafael smiling in the middle of PUC-Rio street
Iago Rafael smiling in the middle of PUC-Rio street
Pão de Açúcar seen from a distance, Rio de Janeiro
Pão de Açúcar seen from a distance, Rio de Janeiro
Pão de Açúcar seen from a distance, Rio de Janeiro
Iago Rafael smiling while resting on a surfboard in the sea
Iago Rafael smiling while resting on a surfboard in the sea
Iago Rafael smiling while resting on a surfboard in the sea
View of Cristo Redentor from Baía de Guanabara
View of Cristo Redentor from Baía de Guanabara
View of Cristo Redentor from Baía de Guanabara

Designing experiences that connect people.
Curious to see where design, code and dreams can meet?

Always Curious

Made with care (and a bit of coffee)

in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

All rights reserved,

IAGO RAFAEL ©2025

Designing experiences that connect people.
Curious to see where design, code and dreams can meet?

Always Curious

Made with care (and a bit of coffee)

in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

All rights reserved,

IAGO RAFAEL ©2025

Designing experiences that connect people.
Curious to see where design, code and dreams can meet?

Always Curious

Made with care (and a bit of coffee)

in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

All rights reserved, IAGO RAFAEL ©2025