charles a. platt, faia

Founding Partner

May 16, 1932 - August 18, 2020

An architect and painter, Charles began his architectural practice as a principal in 1965 and for over fifty years he created modern designs that understood and honored both history and context. His major projects include New 42 Street, the Saginaw Art Museum, and the 57th Street headquarters of Chanel, Inc. His work had a remarkable range, from a minuscule and colorful Seventh Avenue facade to the expansion and extensive renovation of Chanel’s North American warehouse facilities in Piscataway, New Jersey.

Charles was active in public affairs throughout his career.  He served as Vice-Chair of the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission and was for many years a director of the Municipal Arts Society, the New 42 Inc., the Gracie Mansion Conservancy, and the Augustus Saint-Gaudens Memorial.

Charles Platt’s painting website is https://charlesaplatt.com