George Temple-Poole
West Australian architect and public servant
Died when: 77 years 274 days (932 months)Star Sign: Gemini
George Thomas Temple-Poole (born George Thomas Temple, 29 May 1856 – 27 February 1934) was a British architect and public servant, primarily known for his work in Western Australia from 1885.
As Superintendent of Public Works, and then Principal Architect, Western Australia, in a period of rapid urban development during the Australian gold boom, he made notable contributions to Australian architecture and town planning prior to federation.
His designs for public space and buildings are often identified and preserved by local councils and heritage registers.He also held roles relating to town planning, commerce, the arts, and 'society' of Western Australia.
His founding and chairing of committees and institutions included; the Western Australian Institute of Architects (later merged to the Australian Institute of Architects), Perth Park (Kings Park Board), and the Wilgie Sketching Society.
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