Age, Biography and Wiki
| Birth Day | November 23, 1926 |
| Birth Place | Cambodia |
| Age | 94 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Sep 28, 2017 (age 90) |
| Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
Net worth: $35 Million (2024)
Vann Molyvann, widely recognized as one of Cambodia's most eminent architects, is estimated to have a net worth of $35 million by 2024. Renowned for his groundbreaking designs that blend traditional Khmer architecture with modernist principles, Molyvann has left an indelible mark on Cambodia's architectural landscape. His innovative creations, including the iconic Olympic Stadium and the serene Royal University of Fine Arts, have not only shaped the urban fabric of the country but have also garnered international acclaim. As a testament to his exceptional talent and contributions to the field, Molyvann continues to be revered as a visionary architect in Cambodia and beyond.
About
First fully qualified Cambodian Architect of the New Khmer era who designed the State Palace and the Council of Ministers building. He also designed Cambodia's largest athletic venue, the 60,000-seat, Olympic-quality National Sports Complex.
Before Fame
He originally planned to study law, but he ended up attending Paris' School of Fine Arts instead. He was also schooled in the Arretche studio. He was named Head of Public Works and State Architect by the Prince upon his return to his homeland in 1956.
Trivia
His heyday was from 1955 until 1970 during the Sangkum Reastr Niyum regime when Prince Norodom Sihanouk initiated a kingdom-wide development policy dedicated to upgrading all infrastructure and architecture and building new towns.
Family Life
He was born in the Cambodian Province of Kampot. Following the bloody General Lon Nol-led coup d'état in 1970, he took his family to Switzerland where he was employed by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme for a decade.
Associated With
He and Frank Lloyd Wright were both renowned Architects of roughly the same era.
Some Vann Molyvann images
