“Ser Estar – Sergio Rodrigues” at Itaú Cultural Institute, São Paulo
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Itau Cultural Institute in São Paulo, in partnership with Instituto Sergio Rodrigues, is hosting “Ser Estar – Sergio Rodrigues” as a tribute to the Brazilian architect and designer internationally known for his iconic Mole armchair.The exhibition evoke“Ser Estar – Sergio Rodrigues” at Itaú Cultural Institute, São Paulo
Itau Cultural Institute in São Paulo, in partnership with Instituto Sergio Rodrigues, is hosting “Ser Estar – Sergio Rodrigues” as a tribute to the Brazilian architect and designer internationally known for his iconic Mole armchair.The exhibition evokes the essence of Rodrigues’ work. The designer’s professional trajectory is presented and defined by Sergio’s concern in creating objects and spaces while prioritizing comfort and warmth.Furniture, maquettes, drawings, and plans of more than 60 years of the designer’s career are displayed on three floors of the institute. Everything is presented by the voice of Rodrigues himself through different excerpts, speeches, and interviews displayed on the walls. Visitors will notice a relaxed tone while Sergio delightedly demonstrates his care and appreciation for architecture and for genuine Brazilian raw materials and furniture.The exhibition proposes to present the extension of his work by organizing the space according to the different moments of his personal life and career.The ground floor presents stories and studies about some of his famous pieces of furniture and displays of the pieces themselves — some of them being the Mocho stool, Mole, Chifruda, and Benjamin armchairs. The latter being the last piece ever designed by Sergio.“The first floor proposes an in-depth look at his extensive work as an architect, presenting the SR2 — his system of pre-fabricated houses — as well as stories, maquettes, and plans for some of the work he has completed with this method, such as the Iate Clube in Brasilia, his residence, and office in Rio,” the gallery said.His history and family are also presented through photos, paintings, letters, and other objects showing his architectural and interior design influences and foundation. “Ser Estar – Sergio Rodrigues” is on view through August 5, 2018 at Itau Cultural Institute, Avenida Paulista, 149 – São Paulo, Brazil.http://www.blouinartinfo.com/ Founder: Louise Blouin Read more