GERMAN ARCHITECT FREI OTTO NAMED 2015 PRITZKER LAUREATE

摘要

Frei Otto, a German-born architect who was best known for his pioneering applications of modern lightweight tent-like structures, was named the 2015 Pritzker Architecture Prize recipient. The March 10 news came a day after the visionary architect, 89, died in his native country. A distinguished teacher and author, Otto practiced a holistic and collaborative approach to architecture, working with environmentalists, biologists, engineers, philosophers, historians, naturalists, artists, and other architects. He believed in making efficient, responsible use of materials, and that architecture should make a minimal impact on the environment-hence his affinity for tent-like structures.