BEFORE AND AFTER: ALVARO SIZA

Álvaro Siza es considerado uno de los arquitectos más importantes de los siglos XX y XXI. Reconocido con numerosos premios a lo largo de su carrera, sus obras arquitectónicas son funcionales y estéticamente agradables, caracterizadas por su elegante sencillez, cuidadosa atención al detalle y armoniosa integración con el entorno.Concebido junto con el aclamado fotógrafo de arquitectura Duccio Malagamba, el libro refleja veinte proyectos globales convincentes seleccionados personalmente por Siza, y acompañados de los inspirados dibujos del arquitecto. Los proyectos están ilustrados por la fotografía de Malagamba, que refleja la estrecha relación entre estos hombres durante las últimas 3 décadas. El trabajo de Siza ha tenido un gran significativo en las siguientes generaciones de arquitectos, y su enfoque de la arquitectura, basado en una observación cuidadosa y una profunda comprensión de la experiencia humana, ha influido en innumerables diseñadores de todo el mundo. Nacido en Portugal en 1933, Siza ha recibido el Premio Pritzker, la Medalla de Oro Real del RIBA y el Praemium Imperiale japonés A curated survey of the legendary Portuguese architect's most interesting buildings, photographed by Duccio Malagamba The renowned Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza is widely regarded as one of the most important architects of the 20th and 21st centuries. Recognized with numerous awards throughout his career, his architectural works are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, characterized by their elegant simplicity, careful attention to detail, and harmonious integration with the surrounding environment. Conceived together with acclaimed architectural photographer Duccio Malagamba, the book reflects twenty compelling global projects personally selected by Siza, with each feature accompanied by the architect's inspired hand drawings. The features are additionally illustrated by Malagamba's photography, reflecting the enduring relationship between the two men for the last three decades. Siza's work has had a significant impact on younger generations of architects, and his approach to architecture, rooted in careful observation and a deep understanding of the human experience, has influenced countless designers around the world. Born in Portugal in 1933, Siza has received much international recognition, including the Pritzker Prize, the RIBA Royal Gold Medal, and the Japanese Praemium Imperiale and his unique approach to space and volume continues to inspire contemporary designers and architects today. This book offers a unique opportunity to look at his work through his selection of 20 projects in Belgium, Brazil, France, Germany, Portugal, South Korea, and Spain, shown through his personal drawings and Duccio Malagamba's elegant photography.