Dictionary of Sydney

The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

Edmunds, Rosette

Pioneering woman architect and town planner.

Milestone
Died
1956
Name
Birth
Edmunds, Rosina Mary
Occupation
Position
1946 - 1950

Edmunds, Rosette

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An early graduate in architecture, Rosette Edmunds became lead designer for Clement Glancey, and was involved in designing many Catholic churches and schools in Sydney. She wrote and illustrated a history of world architecture, before moving into town planning.