Geoffrey Bawa
Architect

Geoffrey Bawa Net Worth

Geoffrey Bawa was a renowned Sri Lankan architect who was born on July 23, 1919. He was a pioneer of tropical modernism and was responsible for the construction of a variety of buildings, including houses, hotels, schools, clubs, offices, and government buildings. His work has been highly praised and he is considered one of the most influential architects in Asia.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day July 23, 1919
Birth Place Sri Lanka
Age 101 YEARS OLD
Died On May 27, 2003 (age 83)
Birth Sign Leo

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

The most famous of Sri Lankan Architects and one of Asia's most revered architects; pioneered tropical modernism and constructed houses, hotels, schools, clubs, offices, and government buildings throughout his career.

Before Fame

He attended Royal College, Colombo, then St. Catharine's College, Cambridge, where he was an English and Law student. He then read law in London at Middle Temple before becoming a Barrister in 1944.

Trivia

He designed the Sri Lankan Parliament Building; his work could also be found in India, Indonesia, Mauritius, Japan, Pakistan, Fiji, Egypt, and Singapore.

Family Life

He was born to upscale Lawyer B.W. Bawa and was descended from Muslim and English heritage. His older brother, Bevis Bawa, also became a prominent landscaper.

Associated With

He hailed from the same country as singer M.I.A.

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