The  real estate industry is mourning the loss of an extraordinary professional, Howard Elkus, who passed away April 1^st in Palm Beach, Florida. Howard co-founded the firm Elkus Manfredi Architects in 1988 in Boston, specializing in workplace design, large-scale developments, and urban planning. Under his and David Manfredi’s leadership, the firm has worked on signature projects throughout the United States and around the world.

Probably, no other firm has had such an impact on the cityscape of Boston over the last 10 boom years, while also spearheading major global commissions.

On its website on April 3, the firm released a statement:

“It is with great sadness that we share news of the unexpected passing of Howard Elkus. We grieve the loss of Howard as a co-founder of our firm, as a visionary architect, as a mentor, and as a friend. We extend our condolences to his wife, children, and immediate family. Information regarding conveying condolences and participating in remembrances is forthcoming. Our sincere appreciation for your concern and expressions of sadness.”

Howard was warm, creative, caring, and loved what he did. All of us who had the privilege of working with him will feel his loss on a daily basis, but we will always be reminded of his influence as we walk the city he loved.