Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer is considered a pioneer of modern Brazilian architecture. Among his most famous furniture works is, of course, the “Rio” chaise longue. The architect’s futuristic design is recognizable in the timeless style of the chaise longue.
Revolutionary lounge chair design remains a furniture classic for many years
The curved furniture piece balances space and volume. The timeless lounge chair design in high-gloss lacquered wood is inspired by the beauty of female curves and represents the geography of Rio. Niemeyer found sensual curves in the mountains of his country, as this creation shows. The lounge chair, with its soft, organic contours, emerged in 1978 from a collaboration with Anna Maria Niemeyer. The original was made of laminated wood and handwoven raffia. Just looking at it evokes a feeling of relaxation.
Rio lounge chair design: icon of Brazilian modernism
Oscar Niemeyer continued to find new applications for conventional materials. Thanks to his amazing concrete architecture, Niemeyer made a great name for himself. His contribution to modern Brazilian architecture was enormous.
Free sensual curve invites you to linger
Niemeyer died on December 5, 2012, in Rio de Janeiro at the age of 104. His bold architectural designs earned international recognition.
Curved footrest with metal frame
The flexible line forms the basis for the development of modern design. Contemporary and futuristic elements combine to create the unique concept of “Rio.”
Version of “Rio” in modern high-quality materials
Lounge chair design from 1978 as a modern furniture classic
Deckchair characterized by timeless elegance
Rio completes the overall picture of the interior
Deckchair design embodies sensual organic forms
Rio executed in wood: individual 3D visualization
Peter Dark
Anna Lohan
