Robert A.M. Stern, the celebrated architect whose practice is now known as RAMSA, died at the age of 86 on Thursday, according to a release from the firm. While the notice did not state a specific cause, it noted that he “died comfortably at his home.”
“At RAMSA, we grieve the loss of our founder, mentor, and friend, and remain committed to carrying forth his ideals,” the partners wrote, underscoring the deep respect the firm has for Stern’s legacy.
Born in Brooklyn in 1939, Stern launched his own firm in 1969. Over the next five decades, he carved out a distinctive reputation by blending post‑modern influences with a strong sense of place and historical context. His designs often referenced classic styles while still meeting contemporary needs.
Among the most recognizable of his projects is 15 Central Park West, a luxury condominium that opened in 2008 and quickly became a landmark in Midtown Manhattan. Its limestone façade has drawn a high‑profile roster of tenants and cemented Stern’s reputation for elegant, contextual urban residences.
Stern’s portfolio extends far beyond New York. He was responsible for several high‑profile public and private commissions, including the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Florida.
He also left a lasting mark on academia, serving as dean of the Yale School of Architecture from 1998 to 2016 and later directing Columbia University’s Temple Hoyne Buell Center for the Study of American Architecture. Stern’s influence on both the built environment and architectural education will be felt for many years to come.
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