Carlo Scarpa

Carlo Scarpa
Scarpa studying the drawings of Frank Lloyd Wright in Venice (1954)
Born2 June 1906
Died28 November 1978 (aged 72)
OccupationArchitect, designer, glass artist
ChildrenTobia Scarpa
Awards
  • honorary Royal Designer for Industry (1969)

Carlo Scarpa (2 June 1906 – 28 November 1978) was an Italian architect and designer. He was influenced by the materials, landscape, and history of Venetian culture, as well as those of Japan. Scarpa translated his interests in history, regionalism, invention, and techniques of artistry and craftsmanship into glass and furniture design.

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