Washington, Roberta
unknown · Contribution: 1983-present
Founded Roberta Washington Architects, a full-service architectural design and planning firm in New York City
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Impact on the world
Built and led her own full-service architectural design and planning firm in New York City, providing a sustained example of Black women's leadership in independent architectural practice.
Life & background
An architect, Washington founded Roberta Washington Architects, PC, a full-service architectural design and planning firm based in New York City, building a sustained independent practice in the field.
Sources
- AIA / Center for Architecture ("Say It Loud" exhibit, timeline of Black architects in NY); National Organization of Minority Architects
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