Gottfried Böhm
German architect and Pritzker Prize winner
Born
Died
2021
4 years ago — 101 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany in 1920, significant contributions to architecture included use of concrete and sculptural forms. Established a unique architectural language that integrated modern design with local traditions. Designed numerous public buildings, churches, and cultural centers throughout Germany. Emphasized the interaction between architecture and its environment.
Received the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 1986
Designed the Kirchenzentrum in Neuss
Created the iconic St. Johannes Baptist Church in Leverkusen
Developed the renowned Alter Schlachthof in Berlin
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