About Walter March
Lived 1898 – 1969 (aged 70). Walter March was a German architect.
Walter F. March (26 August 1898 – 23 August 1969) was a German architect. Son of German architect Otto March and brother of architect Werner March.
In 1936 he won a gold medal together with his brother Werner in the art competitions of the Olympic Games for their "Reichssportfeld" ("Reich Sport Field"). Father Otto March designed Germany's 1916 Olympic stadium.
Studied with Frank Lloyd Wright in 1925. Became an American citizen. He married Louise Goepfert(1900 — 1987) in 1933. Designed Olympic Village in 1936. Came to America in 1937. He worked on numerous buildings in the greater New York area, including the Chrysler Building in New York City.
He was also active as an architect and multidisciplinary artist, producing works in a range of media. These included hand-built ceramics, carved wooden sculptures, crosses and mosaic works, as well as commissioned pieces for churches. He further incorporated metalwork combined with mosaics, among other forms, and was characterized by whimsical, distinctive and finely executed designs.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter March?
German architect (1898-1969)
When was Walter March born?
Walter March was born on 26 August 1898 in Charlottenburg.
When did Walter March die?
Walter March died on 23 August 1969 in New York City.
What was Walter March's occupation?
Walter March was an architect.
What nationality was Walter March?
Walter March was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter March. https://biography.guide/walter-march/
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