André Luque

Like the greenest of green ponds in the jungle sits this gorgeous pool and its pavilions. Busca Vida House by Brazilian architect André Luque sits lightly in the existing vegetation with clearly defined private and public areas contained within two white boxes whose glass walls open to allow for cross ventilation and to let in the natural light. A beautiful home, a clever design solution, stunning surrounds and a seriously sexy pool.

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Atria

Yes, I do appear to be all over Brazilian designers these days. Atria is the architecture and design firm of Gustavo Costa and Gabriella Müller. I am smitten with their sleek, modern designs that have a playful sensibility. 

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Gisele Taranto

I've been hooked lately on discovering cool designers and architects from Brazil - there is so much inspiring Brazilian talent in these fields! Another I discovered recently is architect Gisele Taranto. Her portfolio features several contemporary spaces that are creative in their execution and takes advantage of the beauty outdoors which I think is absolutely necessary in a country that is so freaking beautiful.

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Clarisse Reade

Clarisse Reade is an interior designer from Brazil who is apparently not a fan of minimalism. Layer upon layer of funiture, art and knick knacks appears to be Clarisse's signature style and I think she does it really well. None of these spaces look overly crowded and instead of wanting to run and hide, I want to devour every inch. Lovely spaces. (Hope the owners have housekeepers - can you imagine dusting those shelves??)

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LOVE!!!

What a fun way to play with colour! Via Guto Requena