Alvar Aalto

Born Hugo Alvar Henrik Aalto
3 February 1898
Kuortane, Grand Duchy of Finland, Russian Empire
Died 11 May 1976 (aged 78)
Helsinki, Finland
Nationality Finnish
Occupation Architect
Spouse(s) Aino Marsio
(m. 1925–49; her death)
Elissa Mäkiniemi
(m. 1952–76; his death)
Children 2

Awards

  • Prince Eugen Medal (1954)
  • RIBA Gold Medal (1957)
  • AIA Gold Medal (1963)

Buildings Paimio Sanatorium
Säynätsalo Town Hall
Viipuri Library
Villa Mairea
Baker House
Finlandia Hall
Projects Helsinki City Centre
Design Savoy Vase
Paimio Chair