Sao Paulo: A Center of Architecture and Urban Design
The vitality of Brazilian design culture has one of its epicenters in São Paulo. In continuously redefining itself, this megalopolis epitomizes the rewards and setbacks of being catapulted into a rapid and ever-evolving modernity affecting every aspect of its urban culture. This class narrates the fascinating contradictions of this creative environment through its architecture, landscape, urban design, product design, and the arts. Guest presentations and lectures will reveal a metropolis coming into its own in its post-colonial era. Speakers include Norberto Nardi and Rolando Figueiredo.
Faculty Bio
Pierluigi Serraino is a practicing architect and educator. The author of many books on architecture, including TASCHEN's Modernism Rediscovered and Monacelli's The Creative Architect, his articles and projects have appeared in Architectural Record, The Architectural Review, Perspecta, Abitare, A+U, ACADIA, and the Journal of Architectural Education.
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Member Praise for Pierluigi Serraino
Pierluigi is a wonderful instructor — I always learn something new from him, as well as something new to think about. He always opens my eyes!
Course materials, organization, Pierluigi's deep knowledge of the specific area and ability to fit it into larger context of regional traditions and international design trends, and receptivity to participant questions & observations ... all great! Highly recommend!
Faculty Q&A
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