Robert Mallet-Stevens

Architect

Birthday March 24, 1886

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace France

DEATH DATE Feb 8, 1945 (58)

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About

One of the first architects to use his interest in cinema to design film sets; noted for his work on "L'Inhumaine," the 1924 silent-film classic.

Before Fame

He studied at the Ecole Speciale d'Architecture; he also began writing about art and architecture for various publications during this time.

Trivia

He designed various buildings in Paris, including shops, houses, factories, and a fire station.

Family Life

His father and grandfather were art collectors. He was born in a 17th-century house designed by François Mansart.

Associated With

He and Le Corbusier were major figures in French architecture between World War I and World War II.