Philip Will, Jr (Rochester NY, 1906 - Venice FL October 24, 1985) was co-founder of one of the nation's top architectural firms.
Will graduated with an Architecture degree from Cornell University in 1928. He was a member of the Sigma Phi fraternity.
While at Cornell, Will met Lawrence Perkins and they later founded Perkins+Will in 1935. The young firm first gained national attention when it associated with Eliel and Eero Saarinen on the design of the Crow Island School in Winnetka, Illinois (1939–40).[1] Under Will's leadership, Perkins&Will won 26 national awards, including the American Institute of Architects' Twenty-five Year Award for a design of enduring significance. Will served two terms as President of the American Institute of Architects (1960–62).[2]
Will served as a Cornell Trustee from 1963 to 1973 and as Chairman of its Buildings and Properties Committee. After 1973, Will continued to serve as a Trustee emeritus.