Renzo Piano
Architect recognized for The Shard
Born
September 14th, 1937
87 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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Born in 1937, an architect and engineer, contributed significantly to modern architecture. Designed iconic buildings including The Shard in London and The New York Times Building in New York City. His works often feature innovative engineering solutions and attention to the environment. Received the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 1998, highlighting a notable career dedicated to design excellence and creativity. Continues to influence architectural discourse through various projects around the world.
Designed The Shard in London
Designed The New York Times Building
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