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Olav Selvaag

Norwegian engineer and residential contractor (1912-2002) · Norway · On the map · Scientists · Died at 89

Olav Selvaag was a Norwegian engineer and residential contractor, known for his innovative approach to designing and building affordable housing during the later half of the twentieth century.

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2002Died14 January 20021986Medal of St. HallvardAward1983Commander of the Order of St. OlavAward1958Knight First Class of the Order of St. OlavAward1912Born17 December 1912

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Awards

Medal of St. Hallvard1986
Commander of the Order of St. Olav1983
Knight First Class of the Order of St. Olav1958

About this person

He was largely responsible for the post-World War II development of the neighborhoods Veitvet and Vestli at Groruddalen and Rykkinn at Bærum in Oslo, Norway.

Country
Norway
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 2002 · aged 89