This edition of ‘AV Monographs’ describes the evolution of Brazilian architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha formal and material repertoire in relation to its historical context. Presenting an exhaustive look at the life and work of Pritzker Prize-winning architect recognised for his suspended concrete masses and stunning cantilevers,
Key buildings by the architect are given special attention in an essay by Guilherme Wisnik, and two unbuilt projects are investigated from a technical standpoint in a text by José María García del Monte. Additionally, more than twenty notable works from throughout the architect’s career are profiled in detail, along with numerous photos, drawing and plans.
This edition of ‘AV Monographs’ describes the evolution of Brazilian architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha formal and material repertoire in relation to its historical context. Presenting an exhaustive look at the life and work of Pritzker Prize-winning architect recognised for his suspended concrete masses and stunning cantilevers,
Key buildings by the architect are given special attention in an essay by Guilherme Wisnik, and two unbuilt projects are investigated from a technical standpoint in a text by José María García del Monte. Additionally, more than twenty notable works from throughout the architect’s career are profiled in detail, along with numerous photos, drawing and plans.
This issue of AV Monografías features the following projects:
Gimnasio del Club Atlético Paulistano, 1958-1961, São Paulo (Brasil)
Goiás Hockey Club Social Center, 1962-1963, Goiânia (Brazil)
Guaimbê Building, 1964-1966, São Paulo (Brazil)
Mendes da Rocha House, 1964-1967, São Paulo (Brazil)
Brazilian Pavilion for Expo ’70, 1969-1970, Osaka (Japan)
Masetti House, 1969-1970, São Paulo (Brazil)
Millán House, 1970-1974, São Paulo (Brazil)
Jardim Calux Kindergarten, 1972, São Bernardo do Campo (Brazil)
Serra Dourada Stadium, 1973-1975, Goiânia (Brazil)
King House, 1972, São Paulo (Brazil)
Junqueira House, 1976-1980, São Paulo (Brazil))
Jaraguá Building, 1984-1988, São Paulo (Brazil)
Brazilian Museum of Sculpture, 1986-1995, São Paulo (Brazil)
Chapel of Saint Peter, 1987-1989, Campos do Jordão (Brazil)
Forma Store, 1987-1994, São Paulo (Brazil)
Gerassi House, 1988-1991, São Paulo (Brazil)
Patriarca Square Remodeling, 1992-2002, São Paulo (Brazil)
State Art Museum, 1993-1998, São Paulo (Brazil)
FIESP Cultural Center, 1996-1998, São Paulo (Brazil)
Parque Dom Pedro II Bus Station, 1996, São Paulo (Brazil)
Quay of Arts, 2007-, Vitoria (Brazil)
New National Coach Museum, 2008-2013, Lisbon (Portugal)
FIESP Cultural Center, 1996-1998, São Paulo (Brazil)
