Founded in 1968, Gwathmey Siegel & Associates Architects is a New York-based firm offering master planning, architectural, interior and product design services.Gwathmey Siegel has completed over four hundred projects for educational, healthcare, corporate, cultural, government and private clients throughout the United States and abroad.The 45-person firm has an international reputation for architectural excellence, confirmed by more than 100 design awards, continuing recognition in the professional and general press, and inclusion in exhibitions and histories of contemporary architecture.Gwathmey Siegel & Associates received the American Institute of Architects' highest honor-the Firm Award-for "approaching every project with a fresh eye, a meticulous attention to detail, a keen appreciation for environmental and economic concerns and a strong belief in collaborative effort."This collaborative approach applies not only to our client relationships but also to our internal creative and project management process, as well as our working relationships with consultants and specialists.Charles Gwathmey passed away on August 3, 2009 after battling cancer for several years. The firm leadership continues to be provided by Principal and Founding Partner Robert Siegel; Associate Partners Gerald Gendreau, Dirk Kramer and Joseph Ruocco; Senior Associates Kang Chang, Steven Forman, Gregory Karn and Elizabeth Skowronek; and Associates Thomas Florkewicz and Peter Ogman.