Félix Candela

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Félix Candela

Engineering

#142

World Rank

#288

Historical Rank

Architecture

#78

World Rank

#204

Historical Rank

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Why Is Félix Candela Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Félix Candela Outeriño was a Spanish and Mexican architect who was born in Madrid and at the age of 26, emigrated to Mexico, acquiring double nationality. He is known for his significant role in the development of Mexican architecture and structural engineering. Candela's major contribution to architecture was the development of thin shells made out of reinforced concrete, popularly known as cascarones.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Félix Candela?

Félix Candela is affiliated with the following schools:

• Technical University of Madrid
• National Autonomous University of Mexico
• University of Illinois Chicago