2003: Oscar Niemeyer Niemeyer’s steel, aluminum and concrete contribution, a low-slung white roof introduced with a ruby-red ramp, showcased the Brazilian legend’s contrasting design and love of curves, and included a series of his own wall drawings inside. Partially submerged, the building seems to float on its base. Photograph © 2003 Sylvain Deleu Photo 10 of 13 in Years of Serpentine Gallery Pavilions by Patrick Sisson

Years of Serpentine Gallery Pavilions

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2003: Oscar Niemeyer

Niemeyer’s steel, aluminum and concrete contribution, a low-slung white roof introduced with a ruby-red ramp, showcased the Brazilian legend’s contrasting design and love of curves, and included a series of his own wall drawings inside. Partially submerged, the building seems to float on its base.

Photograph © 2003 Sylvain Deleu