Odd Østbye
Odd Kjeld Østbye (1925–2009) was a Norwegian architect, professor at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design (1988-1993), and rector of the same school from 1990–1993.[1][2]
Odd Kjeld Østbye | |
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| Born | 14 April 1925 |
| Died | 4 January 2009 (aged 83) |
| Nationality | Norwegian |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Spouse | Kirsten Vahl |
| Parent(s) | Sigurd Østbye and Borghild Elisabeth Berggreen |
After graduating with his examen artium degree in 1944, Østbye studied construction at the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry until 1948, in preparation for a getting his degree at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design. From 1949-1952, he worked for the Oslo city architect's office. In 1961, Østbye began his own architectural business. Østbye received the King's Medal of Merit in 2004.[1][2]
Among the works he has carried out are Grorud fire station, Snarøya Church, Kirkelandet Church, Karasjok Church, Åssiden Church, Venabygd Chapel, and Sletta Church.[1][3]
References
- Bjerkek, Ole Petter, ed. (2013-02-13). "Odd Østbye". Norske kunstnerleksikon (in Norwegian). Kunnskapsforlaget. Retrieved 2021-07-09.
- Bjerkek, Ole Petter, ed. (2020-11-03). "Odd Kjeld Østbye". Store norske leksikon (in Norwegian). Kunnskapsforlaget. Retrieved 2021-07-09.
- "Odd Østbye". Arkitektur N (in Norwegian). Retrieved 2021-07-09.