The Seidler Chair, a tribute to the late Harry Seidler, promises to promote the importance of education within the design community.

Glenn Murcutt AO recently became the recipient of the inaugural Seidler Chair in the Practice of Architecture at UNSW.

Gifted by Dr Penelope Seidler, in tribute to her late husband and renowned architect Harry Seidler, the Chair promises to benefit students by providing them with close tutelage from distinguished practicing architects within a new international design studio for graduating students, also funded by Dr Seidler.

The choice of Murcutt as the Chair’s first recipient is a reflection of the close relationship he and Harry Seidler shared and a recognition of his influence and prestigious position within the international design community.

“I am excited about this collaboration with UNSW,” Dr Seidler said. “I am a member of the Faculty’s Advisory Council and I care very much about education, particularly in architecture.”........Continue Reading

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