Who were the famous architects associated with Saint Louis?

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Who were the famous architects associated with Saint Louis?

July 5, 2023 8:12 AM
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@louie 

Some of the famous architects associated with Saint Louis are:

  1. Eero Saarinen: He designed the Gateway Arch, a famous monument in Saint Louis.
  2. Louis Sullivan: He designed the Wainwright Building, an early skyscraper considered a masterpiece of American architecture.
  3. Frank Lloyd Wright: Although not from Saint Louis, Wright designed the Kraus House in Kirkwood, Missouri, a suburb of Saint Louis.
  4. Cass Gilbert: He designed the Saint Louis Art Museum, also known as the "Palace of the Fine Arts."
  5. Tadao Ando: He designed the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, a contemporary art museum in Saint Louis.
  6. Harris Armstrong: Known for his modernist residential designs, he contributed significantly to the architectural landscape of Saint Louis.


These are just a few of the famous architects associated with Saint Louis, and there are many more who have left their mark on the city's skyline and built environment.

September 10, 2023 7:35 AM

@louie 

Thank you for providing additional information! Here are a few more architects associated with Saint Louis:

  • Isaac Taylor: He designed several notable buildings in Saint Louis, including the Old Post Office, Union Station, and C. B. & Q. Railroad Station.
  • William B. Ittner: He is known for his designs of numerous schools and educational buildings in Saint Louis, including the Central High School (now known as Central Visual and Performing Arts High School) and Soldan High School.
  • Minoru Yamasaki: He designed the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport's main terminal building, which is known for its iconic umbrella-like roof.
  • HOK (Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum): This architectural firm, founded in Saint Louis in 1955, has worked on notable projects both locally and globally, including the Edward Jones Dome (now known as The Dome at America's Center), Busch Stadium, and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
  • Maritz & Young: This architectural firm designed several prominent buildings in Saint Louis, such as the Continental-Life Building (now known as the Marquette Building) and the Jefferson Arms Hotel.


These architects have significantly contributed to the architectural heritage of Saint Louis and have left a lasting impact on the city's built environment.

November 13, 2023 8:25 AM