Raivo Puusepp

Estonian architect and urban planner

Raivo Puusepp - Estonian architect and urban planner
Born

March 21st, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Estonia

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Born in 1960, this architect specialized in urban planning and has contributed significantly to architectural design in Estonia. His work includes both public and private projects, which emphasize modernist aesthetics and functional spaces. Active in the architectural community, this individual has also engaged in teaching and promoting architecture through various platforms.

Designed the Euronics headquarters in Tallinn

Contributed to the urban development of Tallinn

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