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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.