About Alexandre Chan
Born 1942. Alexandre Chan is a Brazilian architect and painter.
Alexandre Chan (born ) is a Brazilian architect best known for designing the President Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in BrasÃlia, Brazil with structural engineer Mario Vila Verde, and the Bridge of Knowledge in Rio de Janeiro. He has been described as "one of Brazil's leading architects". The bridge includes large arches that cross over the roadway midspan and drop on the opposite side of the roadway while radial cable stays "between the roadway and the underside of each arch form a sort of tunnel for travelers." The road itself is three lanes in each direction with a sidewalk on each side. The bridge won the Gustav Lindenthal Medal at the International Bridge Conference in 2003.
Notable works
President Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge, Brasilia (2004) Bridge of Knowledge, Rio de Janeiro (2012) Rio Sul Complex, Shopping Center and Tower, Rio de Janeiro (1980)
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Alexandre Chan?
Brazilian architect
When was Alexandre Chan born?
Alexandre Chan was born on 27 March 1942 in Rio de Janeiro.
What is Alexandre Chan's occupation?
Alexandre Chan is an architect and painter.
What nationality is Alexandre Chan?
Alexandre Chan is Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alexandre Chan. https://biography.guide/alexandre-chan/
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