This project involved the transformation of a 1939 hillside home in West Hollywood into a space that reflects both Brazilian modernist heritage and a contemporary art collector’s sensibility. The design balances restraint and expression, combining clean architectural lines with bold color and sculptural furniture.
The interiors were anchored by museum-quality pieces of Brazilian design, including works by Jorge Zalszupin and Sergio Rodrigues, crafted in jacarandá rosewood and other noble materials. These historical furnishings were placed against a backdrop of white walls and ebonized floors, creating a gallery-like setting where form and material could be fully appreciated.
In contrast, layers of contemporary art and vibrant accents introduced moments of theatricality. A scarlet velvet sofa and works such as Christian Marclay’s cyanotype injected boldness into the scheme, expanding the dialogue between past and present. A home that is at once personal and deliberate—a space where design history, artistic expression, and daily life coexist.
A project that demonstrates how Brazilian modernism can resonate in a Los Angeles context, retaining its cultural depth while opening itself to new interpretations.
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