József Finta

architect
Cluj-Napoca, 12 June 1935 – Budapest, 7 January 2024
Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2011–2024)
József Finta's career is undoubtedly one of the most outstanding in the history of Hungarian architecture. His works not only faithfully reflect but also summarise the complex process that has characterised Hungary’s social, artistic, intellectual and technical conditions from the late 1960s to the present day.
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2014governmental award

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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2013governmental award

Cross of the Hungarian Order of Merit

One of the four highest Hungarian state decorations is the Order of Merit of Hungary, whose grades are awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary activity in culture, science, art, or their own professional field – to promote Hungary’’s interests and the advancement of universal human values.

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1997governmental award

Gold Medal of the President of the Republic

The Presidential Gold Medal was established by President Árpád Göncz as a personal recognition.

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1996governmental award

Kossuth Prize

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

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1972governmental award

Ybl Miklós Award

The most prestigious national professional award for architectural activity.

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1970governmental award

State Prize

State award discontinued in 1990, granted to individuals or collectives in recognition of outstanding scientific, economic, and technical achievements, as well as excellence in education and healthcare; replaced by the Széchenyi Prize.

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1965governmental award

Ybl Miklós Award

The most prestigious national professional award for architectural activity.

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