In their own words
That face-to-face meeting was essential for both sides.
From the start, we knew the red was non-negotiable.
We debated a lot, but also stress tested the identity to identify breaking points.
I’ve always felt like I had to prove myself twice – once with the work, and again to be taken seriously.
Design talks a lot about inclusion, but it still expects people to perform confidence in one very specific way.
It is important to us to share our journey and occupy spaces that, as Latin and queer immigrants, weren’t always open to us before.
Articles & interviews
- 15 studios creatives are excited about right now (beyond the obvious)
Creative Boom’s 2026 roundup highlights 15 design studios that the creative community most admires, based on its annual State of Creativity survey. The article features a mix of established and emerging studios such as OK-RM, Zak Group, Porto Rocha, Hey Studio, and Accept & Proceed, showcasing their distinctive approaches and recent projects across branding, culture, and design innovation.
- Porta Rocha are here to challenge industry standards and create seats at the table for designers
At November’s Nicer Tuesdays event in London, Brooklyn-based studio Porto Rocha, led by founders Leo Porto and Felipe Rocha, shared their mission to challenge industry standards and expand representation in design. The duo discussed their key projects and the studio’s growth from New York to London, emphasizing inclusivity and global ambition.
- "November's Nicer Tuesdays: Get Tickets for Porto Rocha, Jennie Baptiste Talks"
It’s Nice That announces the November 2025 edition of its Nicer Tuesdays event in London, featuring talks from Porto Rocha, Jennie Baptiste, Boomranng Studio, and Alice Isaac. The lineup spans design, photography, and collage, with discussions on identity, culture, and creative process. The event will be held at EartH Hackney with music by Epidemic Sound and sponsorship from El Rayo and Lovecorn.