Politics and National Unity Brazil moved the capital from Rio de Janeiro to Brasilia in 1960 because the country’s population, resources, and political power were concentrated in a narrow strip…
Before a city can be understood by its built form and people that inhabit it. It exists as a mere collection of drawings, documents and photos on paper. Brasilia is…
Lina Bo Bardi was a Brazilian architect, political activist, furniture and stage designer, editor, writer and curator. Born as Achilina Bo in Italy, Bardi graduated from the School of Architecture,…
Self-sustaining cities are the way to create interconnected systems that aid economic growth, minimize environmental impacts, and improve quality of life while promoting social equity. As urbanization rate continues to…
Salvador, Brazil, renowned for its alluring combination of history, culture, and architectural marvels, beckons visitors with its vivacious allure. Salvador, situated on the country’s north-eastern coast, is a treasure repository…
Brazil, the largest country in South America, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and diverse architectural traditions. Vernacular architecture in Brazil reflects the nation’s history, environment, and unique cultural…
Brazil, a South American country, boasts a rich cultural heritage, breathtaking natural beauty, and stunning architecture. Its architecture blends European, African, and indigenous styles, incorporating sustainability, integration with nature, and…
Oscar Niemeyer, the pioneering Brazilian architect, was a quintessential figure in the realm of modernist architecture. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1907, he devoted his life to crafting ethereal,…
The Venice Architecture Biennale, also known as the Società di Cultura la Biennale di Venezia in Italian, is a summertime, twice-yearly, worldwide art show that includes architecture, visual arts, cinema,…
Steel construction. What comes to mind? Large ‘I’ beams, long trusses, and industrial buildings, right? But there’s so much that can be done using steel in architecture. While steel construction…
Júlio Prestes is a railway station on Viabilidade Line 8-Diamond, located in the district of Santa Cecília in São Paulo. This historic station was named after former Governor of São…
Originally, railways structured the process of metropolization in Sao Paulo at the beginning of the 20th century. Most of the country’s agricultural production was connected to seaports via railways. During…