Raymond F. Almirall
1869–1939 (age 70)
Biography
Raymond F. Almirall was an architect whose elegant civic and ecclesiastical designs helped define the streetscapes of early twentieth-century New York City, blending Beaux-Arts grace with practical planning for public and institutional clients. His work emphasized harmony of form and function, leaving behind a portfolio of buildings that still command attention.
He served on professional boards, mentored young architects, and believed that thoughtful architecture could elevate everyday life; today his contributions are remembered at Green-Wood Cemetery among the many creative minds of his era.