His "organic modernism" made him world-famous. Rooted in the unadorned architecture of modernism, the Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto introduced a gentle sweep into his work. Early in his career, in 1928, Aalto impressed with the construction of the Lung Sanatorium in Paimio, Finland, for which he also designed the interior furnishings. From then on, a human-friendly design, curved lines and the innovative use of wood became his trademark, for which he is regarded as a pioneer of Finnish design – and whose designs can today be found all over the world.
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