Donald Wexler

Who is Donald Wexler?

DONALD WEXLER, FAIA, was raised in Minneapolis and graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1950 after serving in the Navy during World War II. He moved to Los Angeles to work for Richard Neutra, and subsequently moved to Palm Springs to work for William Cody. In 1952, he partnered with Richard Harrison, creating the firm of Wexler Harrison. That partnership dissolved amicably in 1961, and Mr. Wexler formed Donald A. Wexler Associates in 1963. He developed an expertise in prefabricated steel construction, best visualized in the Alexander Steel Houses. Other projects include the Palm Springs Airport, Spa Hotel Bath House and the Canyon Country Club Clubhouse, as well as many commercial, institutional and public buildings. -PS Modcom