Tourist killed in freak accident at landmark designed by one of America's most famous architects

A tourist was killed in a freak accident while visiting an architectural landmark designed by one of last week, according to authorities.

Rogério Renato Mateucci, 55, was killed around 2 p.m. on Friday when strong winds blew a piece of roofing material off a roof — striking him in the head.

Mateucci, the rector of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná in Brazil, had been touring , a historic architectural landmark designed by famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Taliesin West was built in 1937. It is now closed to the public, according to the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation's website.

Joe Spector, CEO of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, told Fox News Digital he was extending his "deepest condolences" to Mateucci's family and loved ones.

"The Scottsdale Police Department is aware of the incident, and no further details will be shared out of respect for privacy and to allow officials to complete their work," said Spector. 

"The property is closed to the public until further notice."

A spokesperson for the Scottsdale Police Department confirmed the incident to Fox News Digital.

"The man was reportedly killed instantly and was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders," police said.

"He had been on a of the property with other people when the accident occurred."

The official added, "Detectives and crime scene personnel responded to investigate, but no foul play is suspected in this weather-related accident."

In an Instagram post, the university announced Mateucci's death with "profound sadness."

The school canceled classes at three of its campuses on Oct. 17 and 19 and suspended administrative operations on Oct. 19 as it mourned his passing.

Vidal Martins, vice rector of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, told FOX 10 Phoenix that strong winds blew a piece of clear roofing material into their path, striking Brother Rogério in the head.

Mateucci was reportedly eager to visit the property, given his interest in art.

"He loved the arts and architecture," Martins said.

Martins called the incident "deeply, deeply sad."

"Its hard to understand, its hard to accept," he said.

Martins also said Mateucci had a lasting impact on the community through his efforts to improve the lives of those around him, per FOX 10.

"He was a very kind person, someone that takes care of everybody. He was ," he said.

Frank Lloyd Wright, who lived from 1867 to 1959, is widely regarded as one of the most influential architects in American history.

His most notable works include Fallingwater in Pennsylvania and the in New York City.

Taliesin West served as his winter home and architectural studio.