Dr George Hondros Memorial Lecture - Celebrating structural engineering in architecture
Description
Marking its 32nd edition, the Dr George Hondros Memorial Lecture honours the memory of celebrated Civil Engineer and UWA member of staff Dr George Hondros.
This year's lecture features Colin Ward, a Senior Partner at Foster + Partners' based in the Hong Kong office, who will talk on the topic of "Celebrating Structural Engineering in Architecture". Two recent projects will be highlighted, the 423 m tall JPMorganChase Tower in New York and the DY Patil University Centre of Excellence in Mumbai.
The image of the JPMorganChase Tower is © Nigel Young / Foster + Partners.
Lineup
Colin Ward
Colin is based in the Foster + Partners' Hong Kong office. After completing his studies at Manchester University in 1990 he joined the practice in 1994 after taking a two-year sabbatical, where he travelled widely throughout Asia, and North America. He initially worked on the new airport at Chek Lap Kok in Hong Kong and the redevelopment of Wembley Stadium in London. He returned to Hong Kong in 2007 where he continues to enjoy travelling and exploring the region. image credit © Nigel Young / Foster + Partners
Agenda
- 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Arrival & Registration
Please bring a digital or printed copy of your ticket so we can scan the QR upon entry
- 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Lecture
- 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm
Networking
Once the lecture has concluded you are welcome to move into the main bar area of the University Club to continue conversations. The bar will remain open for you to purchase your own drinks including alcohol, soft drinks and coffee
Video Recording
Please note this lecture will be recorded. The stage and presenter will be the video focus, however audience questions will also be recorded.
By registering and attending you acknowledge and accept that you may be recorded.
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