João Batista Vilanova Artigas (1915–1985) was a seminal figure in Brazilian modernist architecture and the founder of the Paulista School. A graduate of the University of São Paulo, he played a key role in shaping São Paulo’s urban landscape with iconic works like the Louveira Residential Complex and Estádio do Morumbi. His architectural style evolved from Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired organic forms to a bold, structural Brutalism. As a co-founder of the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism at USP, he influenced generations of architects. Despite political challenges due to his Communist Party ties, his legacy blends aesthetic innovation with deep social commitment.