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Peter Steffian, 76, chairman of Steffian Bradley Architects

Peter Steffian, FAIA passed away on May 27 at the age of 76. Peter was a prominent Boston architect who became principal and ultimately chairman of Steffian Bradley Architects (SBA), the firm founded in 1932 by his father, Edwin Steffian. During his 50 years in practice, Peter designed, planned, and managed many noteworthy building projects. He established an important portfolio that includes area landmarks such as 808 Memorial Dr. in Cambridge and the Devonshire, a forty-two story building in Boston. Peter held many significant leadership positions within the architectural community, including service for a decade on the Board of Overseers at the Boston Architectural College. Peter was also a board member and then president of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Architects for seventeen years through which he became a director, officer, and president of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). In lieu of flowers, the Steffian family suggests that donations be made in Peter’s honor at these two charities: Steffian Bradley Scholarship Fund Boston Architectural College 320 Newbury Street Boston, MA 02115 Housing Assistance Corp. 460 West Main St. Hyannis, MA 02601
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