Quote of the day
War is not its own end, except in some catastrophic slide into absolute damnation. It's peace that's wanted. Some better peace than the one you started with.
Alvar Aalto
Born: February 3, 1898
Died: May 11, 1976 (aged 78)
Bio: Hugo Alvar Henrik Aalto was a Finnish architect and designer, as well as a sculptor and painter. His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and glassware.
Known for:
- Villa Mairea
- Finlandia Hall, Helsinki
- Vyborg Library
- Paimio Sanatorium
- Studio Aalto