São Paulo Architecture Biennial Shifts Focus from Megaprojects to Everyday Life
Running from September 10 to December 8, 2019, the 12th International Architecture Biennial of São Paulo, named 'Todo Dia' (Every Day), is curated by Vanessa Grossman, Ciro Miguel, and Charlotte Malterre-Barthes. This edition marks the first time curators were chosen through a public competition organized by the Instituto dos Arquitetos do Brasil (IAB-SP). The biennial showcases two exhibitions at CCSP and Sesc 24 de Maio, featuring 74 works selected from 710 submissions, along with ten commissioned installations. The event revolves around three key themes: 'relatos do cotidiano,' 'materiais do dia a dia,' and 'manutenções diárias.' IAB-SP president Fernando Túlio highlighted the importance of focusing on vulnerable populations in urban development.
Key facts
- The 12th International Architecture Biennial of São Paulo runs from September 10 to December 8, 2019.
- Titled 'Todo Dia', it focuses on everyday life, sustainability, and social inequalities.
- Curated by Vanessa Grossman, Ciro Miguel, and Charlotte Malterre-Barthes.
- First biennial with curators selected via public competition by Instituto dos Arquitetos do Brasil (IAB-SP).
- Exhibitions are held at CCSP and Sesc 24 de Maio in São Paulo.
- Features 74 selected works from an open call and ten commissioned installations.
- Structured around three axes: everyday accounts, everyday materials, and daily maintenance.
- Aims to democratize architecture through multidisciplinary formats and central venues.
Entities
Artists
- Vanessa Grossman
- Ciro Miguel
- Charlotte Malterre-Barthes
- Eurico Prado Lopes
- Luiz Telles
- Paulo Mendes da Rocha
- Fernando Túlio
Institutions
- 12th International Architecture Biennial of São Paulo
- Instituto dos Arquitetos do Brasil (IAB-SP)
- CCSP (Centro Cultural São Paulo)
- Sesc 24 de Maio
Locations
- São Paulo
- Brazil
- Switzerland