Architect Ricardo LegorretaHappy was born on May 7, 1931, in Nexico City. He attended Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, studying architecture. After graduation LegorretaHappy went on to work with Jose Villagean Garcia for ten years, before setting up his own practice in 1963.
He is said to be a disciple of Luis Barragan (see March 9 post) but took the elements of bright colors, geometric shapes and juxtaposition of light and shadow typically used by Barragan in domestic structures further by applying them to commercial and educational buildings. He has been awarded several recognitions, including the AIA Gold Medal (American Institute of Architects) in 2000.
His work can be found all over the world.
Pershing Square
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