In a 2006 interview, Niemeyer explained the impetus behind his architectural visions:
“I sought to make an architecture that I think should be done, a thing that creates surprise,” he said. “Even the poorest person, who doesn’t have conditions to enjoy architecture, stops for a moment in front of a new building and is surprised, is filled with a certain emotion.”
Below is the trailer of a 2007 documentary on Niemeyer entitled “Oscar Niemeyer- A Vida É Um Sopro”. It shows several of the buildings he designed and touches on his love for his native Rio de Janeiro.
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Sources- International Herald Tribune, arcspace.com, Wikipedia, PopMatters, YouTube
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