by: LJBrownRBell
Dear Friends,
With great sadness, we share the news of the loss of our friend and colleague, Paul Katz, FAIA, HKIA, who passed away suddenly on 11.20.14. Paul was a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects and a stalwart participant in the global dialogues on design and urbanism at the Center for Architecture.
His projects are located all over the world, transforming skylines and streetscapes. Some were featured last year at the Center in the “Practical Utopias” exhibition, now on view in Seoul.
At Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, Paul had a major role in growing a practice that now numbers nearly 700 people in six offices around the world. As design thinker, mentor, and president of the firm, Paul was always there for all who needed advice, support, or a good word about work in progress. His design work transformed cities; his wit, good nature, and keen intellect changed all who were fortunate enough to be in his circle.
In lieu of flowers, Paul’s family has asked for donations to the KPF Foundation, which will be applied to a Scholarship or Fellowship promoting study in the fields of architecture and urbanism. Checks may be sent to: KPF Foundation, 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.
On behalf of the Board and staff of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter, we express our deepest sympathies to Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues.
With regards,
Lance Jay Brown, FAIA
President
Rick Bell, FAIA
Executive Director