William Wayne Caudill

William Wayne Caudill
BornMay 25, 1914
Hobart, Oklahoma
DiedJune 25, 1983
Houston, Texas
NationalityAmerican
Alma materOklahoma State University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
OccupationArchitect
SpouseEdith Woodman (1940-1974) Aleen Plumer Harrison (1974-his death)
Partner(s)John Miles Rowlett, Wallie Scott, William Merriweather Peña
Children2
Parent(s)Walter and Josephine Caudill
AwardsAIA Gold Medal 1985 (posthumous)
PracticeCaudill Rowlett Scott
Buildings

William Wayne Caudill, FAIA (May 25, 1914 – June 25, 1983) was an American architect and professor. He was one of the founding partners of Caudill Rowlett Scott.[1] The Chicago Tribune stated that he was known for his development of one of the world's largest architectural firms, introducing the team-based approach to architectural design, and building the School of Architecture at Rice University. Two years following his death, he was awarded the American Institute of Architects's gold medal.[2]

  1. ^ Susan Allen Kline. "Caudill, William Wayne". The Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture. Oklahoma Historical Society. Retrieved May 16, 2017.
  2. ^ Howard Reich (January 27, 1985). "AIA Selects Top Award Winner". Chicago Tribune. p. 223. Retrieved May 16, 2017 – via newspapers.com.