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🌍 Oscar Niemeyer was a Brazilian architect known for his modernist buildings that often incorporate curvilinear forms.
🏛️ He played a major role in the design of Brasília, the capital city of Brazil, which was inaugurated in 1960.
🎨 Niemeyer's work is characterized by his use of reinforced concrete, creating structures that appear weightless and fluid.
🏆 He received numerous awards throughout his career, including the Pritzker Prize in 1988, one of architecture's highest honors.
📅 Born on December 15, 1907, he lived to be 104 years old, passing away on December 5, 2012.
🌆 Niemeyer designed iconic buildings such as the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum and the National Congress of Brazil.
✨ He was inspired by the principles of socialism, which influenced the design of many public buildings.
🚀 Niemeyer was known for his belief that architecture should reflect the aspirations of modern society.
🌉 His work emphasizes the relationship between architecture and nature, often using landscaping to enhance his designs.
📚 Niemeyer authored several books where he reflected on architecture, art, and politics throughout his life.
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