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Beverly Willis

American architect (1928-2023) · United States · On the map · Architects · Died at 95

Beverly Willis was an American architect who played a major role in the development of many architectural concepts and practices that influenced the design of American cities and architecture.

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Fellow of the American Institute of Architects

About this person

Willis' achievements in the development of new technologies in architecture, urban planning, public policy and her leadership activities on behalf of architects are well known. Her best-known built work is the Chris Hellman Center for Dance in San Francisco, California. She was a co-founder of the National Building Museum, in Washington, D.C., and founder of the Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation, a non-profit organization working to change the culture for women in the building industry through research and education.

Country
United States
Category
Architects
Type
Architect
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1928 to 2023 · aged 95

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