Gae Aulenti
Italian architect and designer
Born
1927
99 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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An architect and designer gained recognition for innovative and functional designs. Worked on notable projects such as the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, showcasing the transformation of a former railway station into a museum. Designed the Italian Pavilion for the 1998 Expo in Lisbon, emphasizing modernism in architecture. Significant contributions to furniture design and exhibition spaces marked a distinct style, blending traditional Italian elements with contemporary aesthetics.
Designed the Musee d'Orsay in Paris
Created the Italian Pavilion for 1998 Expo
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