Samu Pecz
Architect and educator in Hungary
Born
1854
171 years ago
Died
September 1st, 1922
102 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Hungary
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Contributed significantly to Hungarian architecture and education. Pecz specialized in neo-Romanesque and neo-Gothic styles, overseeing various notable projects. He educated numerous future architects and had a profound influence on architectural education in Hungary. His academic work included teaching at Budapest's Technical University, where he shaped the curriculum and direction of architectural training during a period of significant development in the field. Pecz's designs and theoretical contributions reflected the evolving architectural landscape in early 20th century Hungary.
Designed the National Technical School in Budapest
Influenced Hungarian architectural education
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