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“Here, then, is what I wanted to tell you of my architecture. I created it with courage and idealism, but also with an awareness of the fact that what is important is life, friends and attempting to make this unjust world a better place in which to live.”

Quote by Oscar Niemeyer

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Oscar Niemeyer was a Brazilian architect known for his modernist style and unique architectural forms. Born on December 15, 1907, and passing away on December 5, 2012, Niemeyer's works are scattered across the globe. His most iconic buildings include the government buildings in Brasília and the São Paulo Cathedral. more

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