Imre Makovecz
Hungarian architect known for organic design
Born
November 20th, 1935
89 years ago
Died
September 27th, 2011
13 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hungary
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An influential architect significantly shaped modern architecture through a focus on organic design. He founded the Hungarian Academy of Arts and was a member of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. His most notable works include the Kastélyszálló hotel in Szeged and the Millenniumi Tent for the 1996 World Exposition in Budapest. Active in several architectural movements, he emphasized harmony between built environments and nature, often incorporating traditional Hungarian elements into his designs.
Designed the Kastélyszálló hotel in Szeged
Created the Millenniumi Tent for the 1996 World Exposition
Founded the Hungarian Academy of Arts
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