Established in 2002, ESPASSO is committed to conserving Brazil's rich 20th century design heritage and expanding its global reach, while promoting new creative generations and today's leading designers.
Present in New York, Los Angeles, Miami and London, the gallery represents mid-century modern and contemporary Brazilian designers, and has consolidated itself as a thriving outpost for architects, interior designers, artists, collectors and museum curators, to engage in education and exchange.
The brand has acquired global recognition for its curatorial vision and impeccable services, representing works of the finest execution and enduring cultural relevance.
Designed in 1971, the Alta Lounge Chair marks the first piece of furniture ever conceived by Oscar Niemeyer, created in collaboration with his daughter Anna Maria Niemeyer. The chair represents a pivotal moment in his legacy, when Niemeyer translated the sculptural language of his architecture into the intimate world of design furniture. Reissued by Etel and made to order, the Alta Lounge Chair features a stainless steel base, a curated selection of fine fabrics or leather, and an embedded seal of authenticity from the Fundação Oscar Niemeyer. At once architectural and deeply inviting, the Alta Lounge Chair stands as a timeless, collectible expression of Brazilian modernism and represents an enduring testament to Niemeyer’s vision beyond architecture. As seen here on the first image, one of our favorite projects featuring the Alta Lounge Chair, envisioned by the talented @roman.plyus. Part of the Etel collection. Photo credits: @roman.plyus , @ruy_teixeira , Kurt Hutton/Getty Images, Frank Scherschel/Time Life Pictures
The Katita chair, designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1997 as a tribute to designer and friend Katia Canton, reflects the master’s unmistakable balance between playfulness and structural rigor. Evolving from the earlier Daav chair (1983), it preserves the iconic quote-shaped arms while introducing a more robust wooden frame with an oval section that enhances both comfort and presence. Elegant yet relaxed, its unexpected details, including Rodrigues’ signature circular cutouts, reveal a whimsical sophistication that feels distinctly Brazilian. A piece where memory, craftsmanship, and character converge, Katita stands as a refined expression of Rodrigues’ poignant design language. Photographs by @eliseucavalcante #katita #chair #sergiorodrigues #espasso #interiordesign #design #homedecor #interiordecor #style #architecture #interiordesigner #furniture #inspiration #designer #braziliandesign #modernfurniture #contemporarydesign #collectibledesign #minimalist #archdaily #architecturelovers #midcenturystyle #midcenturydesign #modern #architectural #architecturedaily #architecturelover
During Frieze Los Angeles, ESPASSO partners with YSASI Gallery to present Keep This Between Us, a solo exhibition of Zé Tepedino’s work. The Brazilian artist builds his work from attentive observation of the everyday. Moving between the city and the beach, chaos and calm, he gathers ordinary materials and transforms them into quiet, poetic arrangements through techniques such as sewing, painting, and sculpting. Featured are a selection of scenes, which capture the contemporary artist and where he works. Keep This Between Us Opening: February 26, 2026 ESPASSO Los Angeles 2712 S La Cienega Blvd. Portraits by: Eduardo Dall'Oglio #ZeTepedino #Espasso #YsasiGallery #FriezeLosAngeles #Frieze #LosAngeles #BrazilianArt #LosAngelesArt #ArtExhibition #Art
Simple yet bold, the Asturias collection by Carlos Motta is among the most emblematic expressions of @ateliercarlosmotta_oficial ’s philosophy. Crafted from reclaimed and post-demolition wood, materials abundant in urban centers like São Paulo, the designs reflect a commitment to responsible sourcing. With minimal industrial inputs, using only glue and screws, both pieces emphasize timelessness, simplicity, and refined craftsmanship. The result is furniture that brings together quality, ergonomics, durability, and a distinctly Brazilian identity. Featured: 1. Asturias Reclining Chaise 2. Asturias Rocking Chair 3. Asturias Lounge Chair & Asturias Sofa Photographs by @leonardofinotti #asturias #armchair #outdoor #carlosmotta #espasso #interiordesign #design #homedecor #interiordecor #style #architecture #interiordesigner #furniture #inspiration #designer #braziliandesign #modernfurniture #contemporarydesign #collectibledesign #minimalist #archdaily #architecturelovers #midcenturystyle #midcenturydesign #modern #architectural #architecturedaily #architecturelover
Brazilian artist ZÉ TEPEDINO builds his work from attentive observation of the everyday. Moving between the city and the beach, chaos and calm, he gathers ordinary materials and transforms them into quiet, poetic arrangements through techniques such as sewing, painting, and sculpting. During Frieze Los Angeles, ESPASSO partners with YSASI Gallery to present Keep This Between Us, a solo exhibition of Tepedino’s work. The exhibition includes a film captured by the artist during Carnival 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, bringing the rhythm and movement of the streets into the space. Keep This Between Us Opening: February 26, 2026 ESPASSO Los Angeles 2712 S La Cienega Blvd. #ZeTepedino #Espasso #YsasiGallery #FriezeLosAngeles #Frieze #LosAngeles #BrazilianArt #LosAngelesArt #ArtExhibition #Art
Fernando Mendes's work is the result of artisanal production, revealing an author concerned with establishing a dialogue between tradition and modernity, between respect for time-honored construction techniques, which he masters, and the audacity of conception, which he practices by choice. The use of joinery and the excellence of the finish are evidence of this, not to mention the work of sanding all his pieces by hand. Self-identified as a designer woodworker, or artisan, Fernando Mendes confesses: "the very practice of carpentry inspires me." Excerpt from a text by Zuenir Ventura, writer and journalist, member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters, and former professor at ESDI (School of Industrial Design). #fernandomendes #coffeetable #woodwork #espasso #interiordesign #design #homedecor #interiordecor #style #architecture #interiordesigner #furniture #inspiration #designer #braziliandesign #modernfurniture #contemporarydesign #collectibledesign #minimalist #archdaily #architecturelovers #midcenturystyle #midcenturydesign #modern #architectural #architecturedaily #architecturelover
From our archive A project from last year that we continue to love. Featured in AD @archdigest, February 2025 issue, this Manhattan family beach home by Matt Mckay, @therealmattmckay, reimagines coastal living without leaning into cliché. Photographed by William Jess Laird, @william.jess.laird Product shots by @eliseucavalcante Esfera Lounge Armchair by Ricardo Fasanello, 1970
Originally designed in the 1960s, the octagonal 'Petalas' coffee table was inspired by the folded paper structures of origami, and originally reutilized the leftover pieces from another of Zalszupin's table, the Andorinha, for its fabrication. With elegant curved wood making up its minimal and striking form, the Petalas is a Brazilian mid-century classic reissued for the first time since its original launch. - Reissued by Etel - Made to Order #petalas #coffeetable #jorgezalszupin #espasso #interiordesign #design #homedecor #interiordecor #style #architecture #interiordesigner #furniture #inspiration #designer #braziliandesign #modernfurniture #contemporarydesign #collectibledesign #minimalist #archdaily #architecturelovers #midcenturystyle #midcenturydesign #modern #architectural #architecturedaily #architecturelover
