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wz architect charles gwathmey died of cancer on monday here in new york. he was 71.rles gwathmey was best known for his modernist design and his passion for geometry. his work includes museums, commercial spaces, and homes for steven spielberg, david geffen, jerry seinfeld and his parents. architecture critic paul goldberger notes he was at his best at small scale which made him the opposite of almost every other major architect of our times. charles gwathmey was just 28 and a few years out of yale school of architect when he designed a house and studio for his parns on long island. he once described the gwathmey house as a solid block thats has been carved back to its essence. it would become one of the more influential houses of the modern era. he formed the firm of gwathmey see gull and associates with robber see gull in 1968. his later works include the 1992 edition to new york's guggenheim museum and the restoration and expax of the art and architecture building at yale, his alma mater. over the years he a -- appeared on this program a number of times. here is a

. >>> charles gwathmey has died.uring his life as an architect he helped to transform where americans live and work. his first project, a house for his parents on long island, in 1966, built for $35,000. it became hugely influential. he went on to become one of the great architects of the last half century. he left his mark across city skylines and college campuses and built spectacular homes. many for celebrity clients with names like spielberg and seinfeld. charles gwathmey was 71 years old. >> up next, an extraordinary spirit of giving that is saving lives on the brink tonight. a match maker doctor who is making a difference. ght. a match maker doctor who is making a difference. (announcer) before they give you the lowest price, some pharmacies make you work for it with memberships and fees. but not walmart. they have hundreds of generic prescriptions for just $4 for up to a 30-day supply and no gimmicks. save money. live better. walmart. inspired from around the country. from the northeast, try our new garlic-roa