Quote of the day
There are no countries in the world less known by the British than these selfsame British Islands, or where more strange things are every day occurring.
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