Who created the master plan for Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

The correct answer is Lucio Costa, who developed the master plan for Brasilia in 1957. His vision for the city was influenced by modernist principles and aimed to embody a bold new identity for Brazil as the nation transitioned to its new capital. Costa's design concept was revolutionary; it took the form of an airplane or bird in flight when viewed from above, integrating various urban functions into distinct sectors, such as residential, commercial, and government areas, thus promoting efficient organization and flow within the city.

Costa’s planning emphasized open spaces and the reimagining of urban life, with the intention of alleviating the pressures of congestion seen in other cities. This master plan laid the groundwork for the architectural development of Brasilia and set the stage for a new era in Brazilian urban planning.

Other figures mentioned have made significant contributions to architecture but did not create the master plan for Brasilia. Frank Lloyd Wright had innovative ideas related to organic architecture but was not directly involved in Brasilia's planning. Richard Neutra was known for his work in California and modernist architecture but did not participate in Brasilia's design. Oscar Niemeyer, while instrumental in designing many of the iconic buildings in Brasilia, worked under the framework established by Costa’s master plan