Architect Rafael Moneo wins Prince of Asturias Art

The jury for the 2012 Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts convened in Oviedo and announced Rafael Moneo Vallés as the recipient. Moneo, a Spanish architect of global renown, is celebrated for his serene and meticulous architectural designs that enhance urban spaces. His work is recognized for blending aesthetics with functionality, particularly in creating open interiors that serve as perfect settings for cultural and spiritual works. The session concluded on May 9, 2012.

Who was one of the members of the jury for the 2012 Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts?

• Antoni Gaudí

• Salvador Dalí

• Pablo Picasso

• Carlos Fitzshaim Stuart Martínez de Irujo

Who presided over the jury for the 2012 Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts?

• Enrique González Macho

• Guillermo García Alcalde Fernández

• José Lladó Fernández Urrutia

• José Luis García Muñoz

What is Rafael Moneo Vallés known for in his architectural work?

• Creating chaotic and vibrant spaces

• Ignoring functionality in design

• Designing serene and clean urban spaces

• Focusing solely on exterior aesthetics

What unique quality does Rafael Moneo bring to his architectural creations?

• A preference for small, intimate spaces

• A blend of aesthetics and functionality

• A focus on traditional styles

• A disregard for cultural significance

In what way does Rafael Moneo's architecture serve cultural works?

• By creating closed and private spaces

• By minimizing space for cultural activities

• By providing open interiors as impeccable settings

• By focusing on exterior decorations