Frank Gehry
Canadian and American architect (1929–2025)
1929 — 2025
Quick Facts
Profession
Canadian and American architect (1929–2025)
Born
February 28, 1929
Died
2025 (age ~96)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
architect, author, musician
United StatesBorn in TorontoDied in Santa Monica
1929
Born in Toronto (1929-02-28)
1989
AwardPritzker Architecture Prize
1992
AwardPraemium Imperiale
1992
AwardWolf Prize in Architecture
1994
AwardThe Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize
1994
AwardThomas Jefferson Medal in Architecture
About
Frank Owen Gehry was a Canadian and American architect and designer known for his postmodern designs and use of unconventional forms and materials. A number of his buildings, including his private residence in Santa Monica, California, have become attractions. His most famous works include the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain, the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, and the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris. These buildings are characterized by their sculptural, often undulating exteriors and innovative use of materials such as titanium and stainless steel.
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Who is Frank Gehry?+
Frank Owen Gehry was a Canadian and American architect and designer known for his postmodern designs and use of unconventional forms and materials. A number of his buildings, including his private residence in Santa Monica, California, have become attractions. His most famous works include the Gugge
What does the name Frank mean?+
The name Frank means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is of English origin.
When was Frank Gehry born?+
Frank Gehry was born on February 28, 1929.
When did Frank Gehry die?+
Frank Gehry died in 2025, at approximately 96 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.
The name Frank is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Frank — February 28, 1929
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Guestbook
You made me see color differently. Literally.
— a painter
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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