THE INFLUENCE OF CLIMATE ON THE FORMS OF BRAZILIAN MODERNIST ARCHITECTURE IN THE YEARS 1925-1960
GRZEGORZ RYTEL
Brazilian modernism in architecture developed within the Modern Movement starting from the second half of 1920s, from the very beginning seeking to assert its individuality by adapting the imported solutions of European avant-garde to the climatic conditions of South America. Drawing from the tradition of Portuguese colonial baroque, modernist architects enriched the Brazilian version of International Style with some formally processed elements of the local tradition. Important features which shaped the individual character of Brazilian architecture of the time included sun shades, ceramic wall facings and the tropical flora used as an integral part of the designs.
Key words: Brazil, architecture, Modernism, climatic conditions