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Pier Luigi Nervi, described as "the most brilliant artist in reinforced concrete of our time," was a renowned Italian engineer, architect, and builder. He is known for his innovative and elegant designs, which combined art and science. Nervi's work had a significant impact on 20th-century structural architecture, and he is celebrated for his masterpieces around the world. An international exhibition, "Pier Luigi Nervi—Architecture as Challenge," was dedicated to his life and work, showcasing his most celebrated projects. The exhibition, accompanied by a catalog, started its tour in Brussels in 2010 and is expected to visit North America in 2013. Nervi's career began after graduating with a degree in civil engineering in 1913, and he set up his own design and construction business in 1920. His early works, such as the stadium in Florence and the hangars at Orvieto and Orbetello, showcased his innovative use of reinforced concrete and precast components. Nervi's designs were characterized by their elegance, simplicity, and strong visual impact, and he is remembered as a pioneer in the field of structural engineering and architecture.