Ferenc Bán

architect

Tokaj, 17 September 1940

Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2011–)

Ferenc Bán’s architectural oeuvre occupies a special place in Hungarian architecture of the past decades. His works are at once individually conceived, yet they also bear the imprint of the characteristic of the period in which they were designed.

Artist of the Nation

The top prize in the hierarchical system of art awards, granted to Kossuth Prize-winning artists over 65 who have created significant value in their artistic field. By law, no more than seventy artists may hold it simultaneously.

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2003

governmental award

Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary

One of the four highest Hungarian state awards is the Hungarian Order of Merit, which is granted in various grades to individuals who perform exemplary activities in culture, science, art, or their own field, in order to advance Hungary’’s interests and promote universal human values.

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1997

governmental award

Pro Architectura Award

Award granted to individuals, legal entities, or communities for activities promoting Hungarian architectural culture, creating quality built environments, preserving architectural values, shaping architectural thinking, and achieving outstanding results in line with the goals of national architectural policy.

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1994

governmental award

Kossuth Prize

The highest Hungarian state decoration for the cultivation and preservation of Hungarian culture.

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1986

governmental award

Ybl Miklós Award

The most prestigious national professional award for architectural activity.

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