Elmer Grey
American architect
Died when: 91 years 199 days (1098 months)Star Sign: Taurus
Elmer Grey, FAIA (April 29, 1872 – November 14, 1963) was an American architect and artist based in Pasadena, California.Grey designed many noted landmarks in Southern California, including the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Huntington Art Gallery, the Pasadena Playhouse and Wattles Mansion.
He is credited with being one of the pioneers in the development of the new American architecture in the early 20th century, with a focus on harmony with nature and eliminating features not belonging to the local climate and conditions.
Grey was also a noted artist whose paintings are in the permanent collection of the Chicago Art Institute.
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