Daniel Libeskind (born 1946 in Lód'z, Poland) is renowned for his ability to evoke cultural memory in buildings of equilibrium-defying contemporaneity.  Informed by a deep commitment to music, philosophy, and literature, Mr. Libeskind aims to create architecture and design that is resonant, original, and sustainable.  Libeskind immigrated to the United States as a teenager.  Daniel Libeskind established his architectural studio in Berlin, Germany, in 1989 after winning the competition to build the Jewish Museum in Berlin.  In February 2003, Studio Libeskind moved its headquarters from Berlin to New York City when Daniel Libeskind was selected as the master planner for the World Trade Center redevelopment.  Daniel Libeskind's practice is involved in designing and realizing a diverse array of urban, cultural and commercial projects internationally.  The Studio has completed buildings that range from museums and concert halls to convention centers, university buildings, hotels, shopping centers, and residential towers.  As Principal Design Architect for Studio Libeskind, Mr. Libeskind speaks widely on the art of architecture in universities and professional summits.  His architecture and ideas have been the subject of many articles and exhibitions, influencing the field of architecture and the development of cities and culture.  He has been commissioned to work with several design companies including Alessi, Artemide, Fiam, Tre Piu, Olivari, Sawaya & Moroni, Slamp, Lasvit, Moroso, Poltrona Frau, and Swarovski.