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Introduction
Santiago Calatrava Valls (born 28 July 1951) is a Spanish architect, structural engineer, sculptor and painter, particularly known for his bridges supported by single leaning pylons, and his railway stations, stadiums, and museums, whose sculptural forms often resemble living organisms. His best-known works include the Olympic Sports Complex of Athens, the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Turning Torso tower in Malmö, Sweden, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub in New York City, the Auditorio de Tenerife in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in Dallas, Texas, and his largest project, the City of Arts and Sciences and Opera House in his birthplace, Valencia. His architectural firm has offices in New York City, Doha, and Zürich.
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Introduction
Spanish architect, engineer, and sculptor (from Valencia), studied and practices in Zurich, Switzerland.
Nationality
Spanish
Gender
Male
Roles
Artist, Architect, Engineer, Sculptor
Name
Santiago Calatrava Valls
Ulan
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Works

5 works online

Exhibitions

Publication

  • Santiago Calatrava: Structure and Expression Matilda McQuaid, 1993 Paperback, pages
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