Oscar Niemeyer

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Born

December 15, 1907

Died

December 5, 2012 (age 104)

Place of Birth

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Also Known As

Oscar Ribeiro de Almeida Niemeyer Soares Filho

Oscar Niemeyer

Biography

Oscar Niemeyer was a renowned Brazilian architect, widely regarded as one of the most important figures in modern architecture. He was best known for his use of abstract forms and curves, innovative use of reinforced concrete, and a departure from the rigid geometries of earlier modernist architects. He was a pioneer in exploring the aesthetic possibilities of modern materials and construction techniques. Niemeyer played a central role in the design of Brasília the city specially designed, planned, and built to be the capital of Brazil, which was inaugurated in 1960. Niemeyer designed many of the city's iconic buildings, including the National Congress, the Cathedral of Brasília, and the Palácio da Alvorada.

Known For

Filmography

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