About Olavi Hänninen
Lived 1920 – 1992 (aged 71). Olavi Hänninen was a Finnish designer, architect and university teacher.
Olavi Tapio Hänninen (14 December 1920, in Lapinlahti – 16 June 1992 in Espoo) was a Finnish designer and interior architect. In the 1970s, his designs included the new Valmet Nr I trams for Helsinki City Transport.
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Who was Olavi Hänninen?
Finnish designer (1920–1992)
When was Olavi Hänninen born?
Olavi Hänninen was born on 14 December 1920 in Lapinlahti.
When did Olavi Hänninen die?
Olavi Hänninen died on 16 June 1992 in Espoo.
What was Olavi Hänninen's occupation?
Olavi Hänninen was a designer, architect and university teacher.
What nationality was Olavi Hänninen?
Olavi Hänninen was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Olavi Hänninen. https://biography.guide/olavi-hanninen/
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