Robin Guenther

Robin Guenther (October 2, 1954 - May 6, 2023) was an American architect. She was a leader in regenerative healthcare design and designed sustainable health care facilities.[1][2][3] Guenther founded Guenther 5 Architects in 2001,[4]which was acquired by Perkins & Will in 2007.[3] Guenther was a principal at Perkins & Will.[5] She also co-wrote a book with Gail Vittori titled, Sustainable Healthcare Architecture.[4]

Robin Guenther
Born(1954-10-02)October 2, 1954
DiedMay 6, 2023(2023-05-06) (aged 68)
EducationUniversity of Michigan
Occupationarchitect
Employer(s)Guenther 5 Architects
Perkins & Will
Known forSustainable healthcare facilities
SpousePerry Guenther

Early life and education

Guenther was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 2, 1954.[5] She studied architecture at the University of Michigan and the Architectural Association in London.[5]

Personal life

Robin Guenther was married to Perry Guenther for 38 years.[3][6] Guenther died on May 6, 2023 at age 68 from ovarian cancer.[1]

References

  1. Green, Penelope (May 19, 2023). "Robin Guenther, Architect of Healthy Hospitals, Dies at 68". The New York Times โ€“ via NYTimes.com.
  2. "Celebrated Architect Robin Guenther Dies at 68 | Architect Magazine".
  3. Green, Penelope (19 May 2023). "Robin Guenther, Architect of Healthy Hospitals, Dies at 68". The New York Times. Retrieved 14 February 2024.
  4. Walton, Chris (1 June 2023). "Perkins&Will healthcare leader Robin Guenther dies at 68". The Architect's Newspaper. Retrieved 14 February 2024.
  5. Robinson, Words: Brooke. "Robin Guenther, Principal at Perkins&Will and Leader in Sustainable Healthcare Design, Dies at 68". Interior Design. Retrieved 2024-02-28.
  6. Allan, Spencer. "Remembering Robin Guenther, 1954 โ€“ 2023 โ€“ Perkins&Will". perkinswill.com. Retrieved 2024-02-28.


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