A 1932 graduate of CHS, Rothschild was a 1937 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. After serving in the United States Navy he began his career as an architect, entering private practice with the Atlanta-based firm of Alexander and Rothschild. A second practice -- Finch, Alexander, Barnes, Rothschild and Paschal -- was also based in Atlanta.

Rothschild is the recipient of numerous awards for service and excellence and is a member of several task forces, institutes and committees. Some of his honors include:

• Edward C. Kemper Award, The American Institute of Architects (National), 1973
• Fellow, The American Institute of Architects, 1966
• Fellow, The Construction Specifications Institute, 1964
• The Construction Specifications Institute National President's Plaques, 1963 and 1965

Rothschild's most noteworthy work includes:

• Atlanta Stadium (Atlanta)
• Buffalo Stadium (Buffalo, NY)
• Cincinnati Stadium (Cincinnati)
• Detroit Stadium (Detroit)
• Georgia Power Company Office Building (Atlanta)
• Coca-Cola Office Buiiding (Atlanta)
• Phipps Plaza Shopping Center (Atlanta)

In addition to his architectural work, Rothschild has held the following positions:

• President, Georgia Association AIA 1972
• Member, Georgia Architectural Registration Board 1974-84
• Associate Trustee, University of Pennsylvania 1976-80
• Member of the Board of Overseers, University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Fine Arts, 1976-80
• Bursar, AIA College of Fellows, 1980-82
• Lieutenant, United States Naval Reserve (Retired).

Rothschild is married to the former Barbara Haas. The Rothschilds have three children and two grandchildren.