The Hungarian Consulate General in Shanghai has launched the "Year of Hudec," a series of activities to commemorate the Hungarian architect Laszlo Hudec.

 

The public is invited to participate in activities throughout the year, including site visits, seminars, book launches and social activities.

 

In the 1920s and 1930s, Hudec designed some of the city's signature buildings, including the Park Hotel, the Christian Literature Society, the Union Brewery and Moore Memorial Church.

 

This year marks the 115th anniversary of Hudec's birth and the 50th anniversary of his death.

   

(Shanghai Daily January 24, 2008)