Stone Pioneer Architecture /Stein Pionier Architektur

Eduardo Souto de Moura (*1952 in Porto) worked for Alvaro Siza while still studying architecture, and since 1980 he has had his own office in Porto. With his purist, expressive buildings, Souto de Moura ranks among the best-known architects of the lberian Peninsula today. "I practically started from scratch and concentrated on what is essential in show more architecture. The most basic element is of course the wall." Souto de Moura is a master at combining Portugal's stonemasonry tradition with abstract modern architectural forms, thus creating buildings of captivating beauty. Werner Blaser's presentation of an inspiring cross-section of Souto de Moura's work explores its timeless and enduring quality and focuses on the significance of stone as a building material. show less