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Guto Requena Unveils 'Encontros' Sculpture in Sorocaba

architecture-design · 2026-09-04

Brazilian architect Guto Requena, through his studio Estudio Guto Requena, has created a new public artwork titled 'Encontros' in Sorocaba, Brazil. The sculpture serves as a tribute to Requena's hometown, whose name derives from the Tupi-Guarani word for 'torn land.' The project, completed in 2025, falls under the categories of cultural architecture and temporary installations. The creative direction was led by Requena, with coordination by Camila de Oliveira and diagrams and modeling by Orion Campos. The work was curated by Susanna Moreira, and photographs were taken by Ana Mello. This public art piece adds to the cultural landscape of Sorocaba, reflecting the studio's engagement with local identity and history.

Key facts

  • The sculpture is titled 'Encontros'.
  • It was created by Estudio Guto Requena.
  • The work is a tribute to Sorocaba, Guto Requena's hometown.
  • Sorocaba means 'torn land' in Tupi-Guarani.
  • The project year is 2025.
  • The category is cultural architecture and temporary installations.
  • Curated by Susanna Moreira.
  • Photographs by Ana Mello.
  • Creative direction by Guto Requena.
  • Coordination by Camila de Oliveira.
  • Diagrams and modeling by Orion Campos.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Estudio Guto Requena

Locations

  • Sorocaba
  • Brazil

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