Richard Neutra
American architect
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About Richard Neutra
Richard Neutra’s association with fellow architect Rudolf Schindler played a major role in his rise to fame. The two collaborated on many projects including the California-based Kings Road House and Aline Barnsdall’s complex in Hollywood.
The Austrian-born American architect rose to prominence in 1995 when he was hired by the U.S. Department of State to design an embassy in Pakistan. Regarded as one of the most popular modernist architects of his generation, Neutra worked on many buildings including the VDL Research House in Los Angeles, California and the California Military Academy.
Family
He was born to Elizabeth Glaser and Samuel Neutra. He had three siblings which included renowned artist Josephine Theresia Weixlgärtner. This famous architect was married to Dione Niedermann and together they had three kids including Dion Neutra who followed in the footsteps of his dad.
Education
He was a product of Vienna University of Technology.
Decorations
Neutra was celebrated with honors like the AIA Gold Medal and the Wilhelm Exner Medal.
Trivia
He was trained by Karl Mayreder and Max Fabiani.
Some recognized architects that he worked with were Robert E. Alexander and Frank Lloyd Wright.
In 1929, his American citizenship was made official.
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F.A.Q. about Richard Neutra
When is his birthday?
Richard Neutra's birthday is on April 8, 1892.
In how many days is his birthday?
Richard's birthday is in 63 days
How old was Richard when he died?
He was 78 years old.
When did he die?
He died in April 16, 1970.
How old would he be today?
Richard Neutra would be 130 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Richard from?
He was born in Vienna.