Greetings. I'm new to Gwulo but it's already been an invaluable resource for my research into British-East Asian architectural networks, c.1850-1950 - thank you!
I'm particularly keen to hear from any members with family links to architects who were active in Hong Kong during this period. I've identified a few key practices (e.g. Palmer & Turner, Chau & Lee, Clark & Iu, Norman & Dawbarn) and individuals, and have no doubt there are more to discover. Any pointers, family recollections, etc. gratefully received!
India Whiteley | Crescent Garden Foundation RIBA Research Fellow
RIBA | riba.org | RIBA Collections, V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL
Shaping Modernity: British-East Asian Architectural Networks, c.1850-1950
Architects in Hong Kong 1850-1950
The following is the publication that you need. I have a copy (6 pages) on my desktop - my grandfather, C. E. Warren was an architect within your period - but am not sure how to send it to you. Email? Maybe David also has a copy.
THE 100 YEARS ARCHITECTS IN HONG KONG 1841-1941, Tony Lam Chung Wai, Director of AGC Design Ltd.
Architects in Hong Kong c.1850-1950
Thank you Jill! I'm familiar with Lam's work, which has been enormously useful.
Thank you so much for the lead on your grandfather, too - I will keep an eye out for further references to him. Do feel free to email me at india.whiteley@riba.org if you would like to connect further.
Architects in Hong Kong
I'm sure you will also know that CE Warren & Co was responsible for the Ridge development and many of the houses in Broadwood Road. My uncle, Leslie Warren, also an architect, took over the company on his father's death in 1923 until the war. David can give you my email if you need any specific details.