SAVAGE: SP-Arte 2026

Lina Bo Bardi was one of the leading modernist architects in Brazil, also working as a designer, scenographer, and editor. Born in Rome in 1914, she trained as an architect and worked in Milan with Gio Ponti before moving to Brazil in 1947 with Pietro Maria Bardi. In São Paulo, she developed a body of work that merged European rationalism with Brazilian popular culture, adopting the country as her “chosen homeland.”

Among her most emblematic projects are the Glass House, the MASP with its iconic free-span structure, and the SESC Pompeia, which transformed a former factory into a cultural center. Her work emphasized simple materials, artisanal techniques, and the collective use of space, reflecting a strong social commitment.

Influenced by Le Corbusier and Antonio Gramsci, Lina developed the concept of “poor architecture,” critiquing elitism and proposing a more accessible and socially integrated practice. Internationally recognized, she was posthumously awarded the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale in 2021, consolidating her legacy as a central figure in contemporary architecture.

“Beauty itself does not exist. I did not seek beauty, I sought freedom.”

Vico Magistretti (Milan, October 6, 1920 – September 19, 2006) was one of the most influential Italian designers and architects of the 20th century, known for experimental yet harmonious projects ranging from decorative objects to architectural works. Born in Milan into a family of architects—his father, Pier Giulio Magistretti, and his grandfather, Gaetano Besia—he began his studies at the Politecnico di Milano in 1939, interrupting them during World War II when he moved to Switzerland. There, he taught, studied in Lausanne, and developed a close relationship with Ernesto Nathan Rogers, an important influence on his formation.

Upon returning to Milan in 1945, he completed his degree and collaborated with figures such as Achille Castiglioni and Franco Albini, while also developing projects for the Triennale di Milano. He created iconic pieces such as the Carimate chair for Cassina, the Eclisse lamp for Artemide, and the Atollo lamp for Oluce, receiving numerous awards including the Compasso d’Oro. Alongside his design work, he carried out architectural projects in Milan and taught for two decades at the Royal College of Art in London, establishing a lasting legacy in modern design and architecture.

“Look at usual things with unusual eyes.”

Beni Rugs is a brand founded in 2018 by Robert Wright and Tiberio Lobo-Navia with the goal of transforming traditional Moroccan rug production into a more sustainable, ethical, and collaborative practice. From the outset, their mission has been to bring economic stability and recognition to a craft historically shaped by informality, placing artisans at the center of the process and acknowledging them as creators rather than mere makers.

Based in Tameslouht, near Marrakech, the brand brings together all stages of production under one roof, prioritizing handwork and transparency. Their rugs are created using ancestral techniques passed down through generations, combined with a contemporary design approach. Beni advocates for a model where tradition and innovation coexist, ensuring fair working conditions, dignified wages, and an environment that values time, care, and the quality of craftsmanship.

More than preserving tradition, the brand seeks to reinterpret it, creating pieces that engage with the present while maintaining their cultural roots. By merging analog processes with a forward-looking vision, Beni Rugs proposes a new narrative for design—one in which the artisanal is seen as the future rather than the past, and where each rug carries not only material, but also stories, identities, and human connections.

“Our studio is a place where tradition bends, but never breaks, merging analog art forms with forward-looking values.”

India Mahdavi is an Iranian-French designer and architect internationally recognized for her bold use of color, playful forms, and a sensory approach to design. Born in Tehran in 1962, she grew up between different countries—including Paris and New York—which deeply shaped her multicultural aesthetic. She studied architecture and design at institutions such as the École des Beaux-Arts and the Parsons School of Design before beginning her career in renowned studios and later founding her own practice in Paris in 1999.

Her work spans architecture, interiors, furniture, and scenography, defined by a vibrant and sophisticated visual language often described as “polychromatic.” Mahdavi gained prominence with iconic projects such as the Sketch in London, particularly its famous pink-toned Gallery, as well as through collaborations with fashion and luxury brands. Her approach emphasizes the emotional experience of spaces, creating immersive environments that balance humor, elegance, and cultural identity.

Throughout her career, India Mahdavi has established herself as one of the most original voices in contemporary design, exploring the narrative potential of color and form. Her work challenges traditional minimalism by proposing an expressive and accessible aesthetic, in which design acts as a tool for connecting culture, memory, and sensory experience.

“ I will probably be remembered as someone who uses color as her own language. The language of freedom.”

Stylist and image consultant. With a degree in Advertising, Renata Corrêa previously owned a design agency focused on fashion clients before dedicating herself fully to her career as a stylist. Her work is especially defined by an in-depth research process and the development of exclusive looks tailored to each project.

As an image consultant, she provides comprehensive guidance, covering everything from reference research to sourcing suppliers, from concept to production, remaining involved in every stage of the process.

She has worked with major brands in the national market and with high-circulation publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Vogue Brasil, Vogue Italia, FFW, and CR Fashion Book, among others.

Her interests and further studies in interior design, painting, and art history allow her to merge these fields, bringing them into her work as a stylist and consultant in a highly authorial way.