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Roberto Burle Marx (1909–1994) was a highly influential Brazilian landscape architect celebrated for his innovative use of native Brazilian plants and modernist design principles. Born in São Paulo and educated in Germany, Burle Marx developed a deep appreciation for Brazil’s indigenous flora, which he integrated into his work upon returning to his home country. Characterized by bold, abstract patterns, his designs combined aesthetic appeal with ecological considerations, often focusing on restoring and preserving native plant species. Beyond landscape architecture, Burle Marx was also a painter, sculptor, and botanist, discovering several new plant species during his expeditions.
The Ministry of the Army is a well-known public garden Roberto Burle Marx composed in 1970, located in Brasilia, Brazil. The project was a joint effort between Roberto Burle Max…
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