As per our current Database, Raymond Hood has been died on Aug 14, 1934 (age 53).
When Raymond Hood die, Raymond Hood was 53 years old.
Popular As | Raymond Hood |
Occupation | Architect |
Age | 53 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Born | March 29, 1881 (Rhode Island) |
Birthday | March 29 |
Town/City | Rhode Island |
Nationality | Rhode Island |
Raymond Hood’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Raymond Hood was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
Chief designer of New York City's Rockefeller Center; known for his work with Art Deco. He never called himself an Artist, as utility, not beauty, was his chief concern.
He attended Brown University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. His career took off after he won a contest to design the new Chicago Tribune building when he was 41.
He was also known for his work on the American Radiator Building, Myrtle Beach's Ocean Forest Country Club, the New York Daily News Building, and the McGraw-Hill Building.
His family was residing in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, when he was born. He married his secretary in 1920 and had three children.
He may have inspired the character of Peter Keating in "The Fountainhead" by Ayn Rand.