Dekker, Arthur.

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Arthur "Art" W. Dekker was born on October 3, 1922 and grew up in Roswell, New Mexico. He attended the University of Kansas and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Engineering in 1948. He practiced as a registered architect and engineer for over 50 years creating over 1000 designs for buildings and other structures primarily in the State of New Mexico. During his prolific career, Dekker was known for church design, creating the First Methodist Church and Redeemer Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, and the First Presbyterian Churches in Grants and Albuquerque to name a few. Dekker also designed residences and commercial architecture, including airport terminals, restaurants and motels. Arthur "Art" W. Dekker died on January 13, 2007, at the age of 84. The firm continues to operate under the name, Dekker/Perich/Sabatini.

From the description of Arthur Dekker drawings collection, 1959-1970. (University of New Mexico-Main Campus). WorldCat record id: 173844731

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Place Name Admin Code Country
United States Highway 66
New Mexico
Subject
Architecture
Architecture
Church buildings
Historic preservation
Public buildings
Occupation
Architect
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Person

Active 1959

Active 1970

English,

Spanish; Castilian

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