Robert Maillart
1872–1940 (age 68)
Biography
Robert Maillart stood among the most inventive architects of his era, merging structural ingenuity with aesthetic grace. Born in 1872, he championed daring designs that harmonized form and function, reshaping the possibilities of modern construction.
His visionary approach to bridges and buildings set new standards for elegance and efficiency, and his influence endures long after his death in 1940.