David Childs, renowned for designing One World Trade Center, passed away at 83 from Lewy body dementia. Known for his dedication to architecture, he also contributed significantly to projects such as the National Mall master plan and Dulles Airport expansion. His firm, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, praised his extensive impact and contributions. A touching memory from his son highlights Childs’ creative process, where he sketched the building's design on a napkin during lunch, reflecting his passion for details and functionality in architecture.
David's contribution to the firm was extensive and profound, and we will always be grateful to David for his leadership, his impact, and his friendship.
Nicholas Childs reminisced about a fond memory when his father sketched the One World Trade Center design on a napkin during lunch.
He cared deeply about those details and making something beautiful... that it was a balance of form and function, that it worked for people.
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