About F. S. Platou
Lived 1903 – 1980 (aged 76). F. S. Platou was a Norwegian architect.
The Kon-Tiki Museum at Bygdøy in Oslo, which was designed by F. S. Platou and Otto Torgersen in 1957 Frithjof Stoud "F. S." Platou (21 August 1903 – 12 August 1980) was a Norwegian architect. He worked for the international architects Lars Backer and Erich Mendelsohn before he established his own architectural firm in Oslo. Among his most famous works are the Grand Hotel and the Kon-Tiki Museum, both in Oslo.
Personal life Platou was born in Hamar to banker Gabriel Andreas Stoud Platou (1858–1911) and his wife, Ingeborg Sophie Falck (1864–1958).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was F. S. Platou?
Norwegian architect
When was F. S. Platou born?
F. S. Platou was born on 21 August 1903 in Hamar Municipality.
When did F. S. Platou die?
F. S. Platou died on 12 August 1980 in Oslo Municipality.
What was F. S. Platou's occupation?
F. S. Platou was an architect.
What nationality was F. S. Platou?
F. S. Platou was Norwegian.
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