Pampulha Art Museum – Former Casino
Oscar Niemeyer · Belo Horizonte, Brazil · 1943
Oscar Niemeyer's former casino at Pampulha became an art museum within one of Brazil's most important modern architectural ensembles. Completed in 1943, the building combines glazed spaces, curved circulation and a close relationship with the lakeside landscape. Its architecture belongs to the broader collaboration between buildings, gardens and urban development around Pampulha. The public setting remains important even when interior access is restricted: walking around the building reveals how its changing forms and reflections respond to the water and terrain. Visiting: The former casino is part of the Pampulha heritage ensemble. Check restoration restrictions before planning an interior visit.