Constantin Brodzki

Constantin Brodzki
Constantin Brodzki
Born	26 October 1924; Rome, Kingdom of Italy
Died	27 March 2021 (aged 96); Linkebeek
Nationality	Belgian
Alma mater	La Cambre
Occupation	Architect
Known for	Brutalist architecture; Prefabricated concrete modules with fluid and organic shapes;
Awards	Baron Horta Prize (2007)

Constantin Brodzki (French pronunciation: [kɔ̃stɑ̃tɛ̃ bʁɔdzki]; 26 October 1924 – 27 March 2021) was an Italian-born, Belgian architect. He is mostly known for his Brutalist architecture and prefabricated modules using concrete in fluid and organic shapes. He was awarded the quinquennial Baron Horta Prize in 2007.

Brodzki was born in Rome and moved to Belgium before World War II. After an internship working with architects involved with building the UN Headquarters in New York City, he moved back to Belgium, where his most notable works, including the CBR Building, were realized. On 28 March 2021 it was reported that Brodzki had died, at the age of 96.

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