In this issue:
· Passing: Paul S. Byard, FAIA
· Passing: Michael Goldsmith, AIA

Passing: Paul S. Byard, FAIA
Paul S. Byard, FAIA, died on Tuesday 07.15.08. He is remembered as the Director of the Historic Preservation Program at the Columbia Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation, an adjunct professor for over 30 years, and a partner at Platt, Byard, Dovell & White. Most of all, he is remembered for his enthusiasm for the field of architecture and preservation, and his dedication to his students and colleagues. Please click here to read the New York Times article about his life.

A memorial service at Columbia University is being planned for the fall. In the meantime, send thoughts and condolences to Rosalie Byard at 50 Plaza Street East, Brooklyn, NY 10024.

Passing: Michael Goldsmith, AIA
Ludwig Michael Goldsmith, known as Michael, of Upper Montclair, NJ, died 07.23.08 of complications resulting from open-heart surgery. The 57-year-old architect was the owner of Ludwig Michael Goldsmith, Architects, an award-winning, Manhattan firm he founded in 1991. A registered architect in NY, NJ, and CT, Goldsmith specialized in interior design, architecture, and planning in both the private and public sectors.

Goldsmith earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University and a Masters in Urban Planning from City College of the City University of New York. He served as an engineering officer in the U.S. Navy for over four years. Throughout his 30-year career, Goldsmith donated countless hours to pro bono projects, giving his time, advice, and professional assistance. Goldsmith’s funeral was held on 07.24.08. Donations can be made to Cornell University, College of Architecture, Art & Planning; Planned Parenthood; and any organization dedicated to fighting AIDS.