Antoni Gaudi (25 June 1852 – 10 June 1926) Happy Birthday Antoni Gaudi!-- One of the best Spanish and Catalan architects of all time. Under the influence of Neo-Gothic art and Oriental techniques, Gaudi served as an integral part of the Modernista movement. His work was influenced by many subjects including nature, architecture, and religion. "Gaudí's professional life was distinctive in that he never ceased to investigate mechanical building structures. Early on, Gaudí was i