Frank Owen Gehry
- Born:
- June 28, 1929, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Nationality:
- Canadian-American
- Profession(s):
- Architect, Designer
Early Life and Education
- Born Ephraim Owen Goldberg; name changed to Frank Owen Gehry.
- Moved to Los Angeles, California in 1947.
- Bachelor of Architecture, University of Southern California (USC), 1954.
- Studied city planning at Harvard University Graduate School of Design.
Career and Major Achievements
- Established Frank Gehry and Associates in 1962 (later Gehry Partners, LLP).
- Known for his deconstructivist architectural style using unconventional materials.
- Pritzker Architecture Prize, 1989.
- AIA Gold Medal, 1999.
- Royal Gold Medal, 2000.
- National Medal of Arts, 2014.
Notable Works
- Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles, California
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Bilbao, Spain
- Dancing House, Prague, Czech Republic
- Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, Las Vegas, Nevada
- The Biomuseo, Frank Gehry's colorful biodiversity museum in Panama City, Panama.
- Louis Vuitton Foundation, Paris, France
- Eight Spruce Street, New York City, New York
Legacy and Impact
Frank Gehry's innovative and sculptural designs have revolutionized contemporary architecture, influencing architects worldwide. His use of unexpected materials and forms has challenged conventional notions of architectural aesthetics, creating iconic landmarks that are celebrated for their artistic expression and urban impact. He is regarded as one of the most important architects of the 20th and 21st centuries.