William
Lescaze

William Lescaze (1896–1969) was a Swiss-American architect and a pioneer of modernism in the United States. A strong advocate for functionalism and simplicity, he co-designed the Philadelphia Savings Fund Society (PSFS) Building, considered the first modernist skyscraper in the U.S. His work, spanning residential, commercial, and industrial architecture, emphasized clean lines, glass facades, and efficient planning. Lescaze also introduced modernist principles to American housing and office design, shaping mid-century urban landscapes. His influence extended beyond buildings, helping to establish modernist aesthetics in the U.S. through both architecture and industrial design.