Architect Kiyoshi Matsuzaki, past RAIC president and former council member of the Architectural Institute of B.C. (AIBC), passed away Dec. 23, 2012.

Retired in January 2011, he was principal of Matsuzaki Architects Inc. He was known for several award-winning projects during his career, most notably the UBC C.K. Choi Building. In 2008, he gained honourary life member status with the AIBC, signifying 30 years of continuous membership.

Matsuzaki is survived by his wife Eva, daughter Tessa and son Martin.