Conheça 4 mulheres que fizeram história na arquitetura brasileira

The presence of women in architecture has always contributed to the integration of innovative perspectives and unique sensitivity into projects. The diversity promoted by female architects not only redefines aesthetic standards but also drives the creation of more balanced and welcoming urban environments, highlighting the importance of gender equity in this area. Therefore, we list four renowned architects who made history in Brazilian architecture and are responsible for projects that mark our daily lives and culture:

1. Lota de Macedo Soares

(Instituto Lotta/Divulgação)

Maria Carlota Costallat de Macedo Soares (1910–1967) was a self-taught Brazilian landscape architect and urban planner of great importance to the cultural scene of the country. She became known primarily for her conception and creation of the Parque do Flamengo in the 1960s in Rio de Janeiro. Also known as Aterro do Flamengo, the space is one of the largest seaside urban parks in the world. Inspired by Brazilian modernism and at the invitation of the then government of Carlos Lacerda, she coordinated a team of architects and engineers to transform a previously degraded area into a vibrant public space, with gardens, leisure, and sports areas.

Flamengo Park, or Aterro do Flamengo, is a recreational area located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This area offers beautiful views of the Guanabara Bay and the Sugarloaf Mountain. It includes gardens, playgrounds, and sports facilities, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists. It was designed in the 1960s by landscape architect Burle Marx and is known for its modernist features and lush green spaces.

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Aterro do Flamego

(Rodrigo Soldon/Divulgação)

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Perspective Flamengo Park /

(Divulgação)

In 2013, Lota's life was depicted in the film "Flores Raras," directed by Bruno Barreto. Although it tells her professional story, the main focus of the production is on her personal life, especially the romance between the architect and the American poet Elizabeth Bishop, considered a scandal at the time that influenced both artists.

2. Lina Bo Bardi

(Reprodução/CASACOR)

Recognized for her timeless contribution to Brazilian modern architecture, Lina Bo Bardi (1914–1992) was an Italian-Brazilian architect, designer, scenographer, and writer. Born in Rome, she moved to Brazil in 1946, where she began to combine modernism with popular elements of local culture in her projects.

The São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) is one of the most important cultural institutions in Brazil and Latin America. Founded in 1947, it houses a vast collection of Western art, including works by renowned artists such as Van Gogh, Rembrandt, and Picasso. The museum is notable for its striking modernist architecture, designed by Lina Bo Bardi, and for its innovative approach to exhibiting art. MASP not only promotes art through its exhibitions, but also engages in educational projects that connect the public with artistic practices. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, the museum aims to make art accessible to everyone, fostering a deeper appreciation for culture and creativity.

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(Divulgação)

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One of the architectural landmarks of the city of São Paulo, the Sesc Pompéia is a work of Lina Bo Bardi

(Pedro Kok)

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Glass House

(Charlotte Taylor e Nicholas Préaud)

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Glass House

(Charlotte Taylor e Nicholas Préaud)

Nelson Kon Lina Bo Bardi Theater Workshop

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Teatro Oficina

(Nelson Kon)

The São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) was designed by the architect and inaugurated in 1968. Its building is an icon of brutalist architecture, famous for the free span of 74 meters that allows for a view of the city. To develop the SESC Pompéia in São Paulo, Lina transformed an old drum factory into a dynamic cultural center in the 1970s. Conceived in 1951 to be the artist's residence, the Glass House, in São Paulo, combines the lightness of glass with the solidity of concrete, and is perfectly integrated into the surrounding Atlantic Forest. Finally, the Teatro Oficina in São Paulo was renovated by the professional in the 1980s, resulting in an innovative theatrical space, with a movable grandstand and a stage open to the city.

3. Rosa Grena Kliass

(Divulgação/CASACOR)

Brazilian landscape architect Rosa Grena Kliass (1932) made fundamental contributions to modern urbanism and landscaping in Brazil. Graduated from the School of Architecture and Urbanism of the University of São Paulo (FAU-USP) in 1955, she distinguished herself by integrating contemporary concepts of public space design.

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Anhangabaú Valley

(Divulgação)

Landscape Plan for the Fortaleza Waterfront_Cred Div CAU-SP

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Fortaleza Boardwalk

(CAU-SP)

Throughout her career, Rosa sought to promote the balance between nature and city. Among her projects stands out the rurbanization of downtown São Paulo with the creation of meeting and circulation projects that brought new life to the Vale do Anhangabaú; and her participation in the landscape design plan of the Fortaleza waterfront, which resulted in the connection between the city and the sea. Additionally, the professional worked on projects for the requalification of avenues in São Paulo, such as Avenida 23 de Maio, and was one of the founders of the Brazilian Association of Landscape Architects (ABAP) in 1976, strengthening the profession and advocating for the recognition of landscaping as a fundamental discipline in urban planning.

4. Janete Costa

(Eudes Santana/Divulgação)

Janete Costa (1932–2008) was a Pernambuco architect and interior designer who gained notoriety for her ability to unite Brazilian folk art with modern design. A pioneer in valuing popular culture within interior architecture, she created sophisticated environments by integrating handcrafted elements, rustic materials, and pieces by anonymous artists into contemporary furniture.

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Museu do Homem do Nordeste

(Melissa Fernandes/Folha de Pernambuco)

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Centro de Arte Popular Cemig

(Divulgação)

At the Museum of the Man of the Northeast in Recife, Janete participated in the design of the internal spaces to give visibility to Northeastern culture, creating environments that interacted with the popular collection. At the Cemig Popular Art Center in Belo Horizonte, the professional worked on the curation of spaces, promoting interaction between folk art and architecture. Throughout her career, she completed more than 3,000 projects in the field, including residences, libraries, cinemas, offices, clubs, galleries, commercial and residential buildings, museums, airport lobbies, and even hotels.

Museu Janete Costa (Divulgação/Divulgação)

Inaugurated in 2012, the Janete Costa Museum of Popular Art is a museum located in a mansion dating back to 1892 in the Ingá neighborhood of Niterói, Rio de Janeiro. The place is dedicated to Janete's work and Brazilian folk art and has a workshop for folk artists.

March 8: 4 women who made history in Brazilian architecture

1. Lota de Macedo Soares

Aterro do Flamego

Perspective Flamengo Park /

2. Lina Bo Bardi

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One of the architectural landmarks of the city of São Paulo, the Sesc Pompéia is a work of Lina Bo Bardi

Glass House

Glass House

Teatro Oficina

3. Rosa Grena Kliass

Anhangabaú Valley

Fortaleza Boardwalk

4. Janete Costa

Museu do Homem do Nordeste

Centro de Arte Popular Cemig

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