Eileen Gray

(1879–1976) irländsk arkitekt

Eileen Gray (Ireland, 1879–1976) is listed in the catalogue as an architect. By year of birth, Eileen Gray belongs to the chapter ‘Modernism’ in this site’s history of architecture.

Eileen Gray was born in Enniscorthy and died in 14th arrondissement of Paris. Eileen Gray trained at Slade School of Fine Art, Académie Julian, and Académie Colarossi. Eileen Gray studied under Frederick Brown. Eileen Gray worked in London, Paris, United States, and London. Eileen Gray was awarded Royal Designer for Industry.

The best-known works include ‘Villa E-1027’ and ‘"Dragons" armchair’. The catalogue has one building by Eileen Gray.

Contemporary architects in the same chapter include Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann, Jan Letzel, Josef Gočár, Adolf Meyer, and Elis Bergh.

• E-1027