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Article: Building a legacy.(TRENDSETTERS)(Ismael Leyva)(Interview)(Biography)
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- Latino Leaders
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- April 1, 2005
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The Old Testament tells the story of Ishmael, who was cast out by his father Abraham, only later to fall into God's favor and become the leader of his own nation. While the New York architect Ismael Leyva has his own fascinating story--though not quite as harsh--his journey from a stranger in a strange land to a pillar of societal influence somewhat echoes that of his Biblical namesake.
The president of Ismael Leyva Architects, today the affable veracruzano works on world-class projects like Manhattan's Time Warner Center and brainstorms with architectural legends like Frank Gehry. But his career in the U.S. began with a limited English vocabulary and a rented ...
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... ... use building located at 71st Road and Queens Boulevard. Ismael Leyva, an architect known for his work on such notable Manhattan ... the structure. The residential lobby, also designed by Ismael Leyva, will include wood covered columns with black granite vertical ...
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