This article is from the Australian Property Journal archive
RENOWNED architect Abbie Galvin has been appointed the 24th NSW Government Architect, the first woman to hold the position in its 200 years plus history.
She replaces Peter Poulet who left the role after being appointed as the new Central City District Commissioner for the Greater Sydney Commission.
Planning and Public Spaces Minister Rob Stokes said he was delighted Galvin will be the new NSW Government Architect.
“The Government Architect has been one of the state’s most prestigious roles since it was established in 1816 to shape cities, towns and communities right across the state.
“From the Hyde Park Barracks designed by Francis Greenway, to the Sydney Observatory by Alexander Dawson, our Government Architects have been behind some of our most iconic buildings,” Stokes said.
Stokes said the role has evolved over time and Galvin will have responsibility for championing design excellence, as well as shaping quality places and public spaces and collaborating with agencies, councils, industry and community.
She brings a wealth of experience, having worked on a range of high-profile projects both in Australia and in Hong Kong as a principal and director of BVN, one of Australia’s largest and most highly acclaimed architectural practices.
“I am passionate about taking on this role at a time when NSW is going through such dynamic and far reaching change,” Galvin said. “It is an honour to have a position at the table to help shape the future of our state and I look forward to working with the Minister and our communities to achieve significant outcomes.”
