Oscar Turns 100
Today is Brazilian architect Oscar Neimeyer's 100th birthday. This marker is extra-extraordinary as Neimeyer continues to practice architecture, something that might not come as a surprise to fellow architects but is nevertheless amazing. Projects include a new city in Algiers on the drawing board and a cultural center for Avila, Spain.
Sao Paulo marks his birthday with a giant 100 hanging on the Copan building that he designed. Images from BBC NEWS
(Thanks to seier+seier+seier for the head's up.)
Sao Paulo marks his birthday with a giant 100 hanging on the Copan building that he designed. Images from BBC NEWS
He plans to celebrate his birthday Saturday with a small party at his home for friends and family which includes his daughter Anna Maria Niemeyer, five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and four great-great-granchildren. [link]Be sure to listen to Neimeyer on BBC's Radio 4 for a piece with Jonathan Glancey.
(Thanks to seier+seier+seier for the head's up.)
I've seen his work last year. Brasilia made a big impression on me.
ReplyDeleteLong Live Oscar Niemeyer!
ReplyDeleteHe also has some projects currently underway, like the Torre Digital TV tower in Brasilia. Pretty amazing for 104...
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