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1929
Born in Christchurch
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1949-51
School of Architecture,
University of Auckland
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1951
Diploma of
Architecture
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1958
Starts architectural
firm Warren and
Mahoney Architects
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1965
Fellow of the
New Zealand Institute
of Architects
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1974
CBE for Services
to Architecture
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1985
KBE for Services
to Architecture
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1995
Retires from
Warren and
Mahoney Architects
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2001
Honorary Doctorate
from the University
of Auckland
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Sir Miles Warren
Architect
Sir Miles Warren has been at the forefront
of New Zealand's architectural profession for almost forty-five years.
Born in Christchurch in 1929, Sir Miles gained work experience
in London after completing his architecture degree, . He was influenced by the "New Brutalist" movement,
which was committed to the functionalist principles of Modernism and
emphasised the expressive qualities of building materials and systems.
In 1955 he designed the now famous group of flats in Dorset St, Christchurch, which
became the forerunner for what is commonly referred to "the Christchurch
style". It formed the basis for many single and multi-unit houses,
generating a regionally distinctive domestic architecture.
A commission for the Christchurch Dental School in 1958 initiated a
partnership with Maurice Mahoney which, according to Sir Miles, proved
to be as successful as it was because they complemented each other:
Maurice was largely silent whereas Sir Miles "talked far too much".
As an indication of its future success, their first collaboration in
the design for the Dental School won them national recognition as well
as an NZIA Gold Award.
The 1960s saw the new architectural practice develop their trademark
approach, and a commission for the Christchurch College in 1964 provided
the opportunity to translate it into more complex planning. The resulting
design of open spaces and carefully crafted buildings has created an
environment with enduring appeal.
Commissions over the next decade included the Christchurch Town Hall,
the New Zealand Chancery in Washington, the Michael Fowler Centre in
Wellington, and the Civic Offices in Rotorua.
In 1974 Sir Miles was awarded a CBE and in 1985 a KBE, both for his
Services to Architecture. Sir Miles was given the country's highest
honour in 1995, when he was admitted to the Order of New Zealand. Sir Miles retired from Warren and Mahoney in the same year.
Sir Miles received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Auckland in 2001 and one of two top honours in Canterbury's Business Awards in September 2007. He was presented with a special commendation for his contribution to New Zealand's architectural profession
Sir Miles lives in Governor's Bay, Banks Peninsular. His property Ohinetahi is ranked as one of New Zealand's best formal gardens, and is able to be viewed by appointment.
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