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Gargett, Peter R., 1932-2014
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1932-2014
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Peter Robertson Gargett was born on 10 October 1932 in Brisbane. His father was the prominent architect Thomas Brenan (Bren) Femister Gargett. After graduating with a degree in architecture from the University of Queensland, Peter joined his father's firm—then known as AH Conrad & TBF Gargett—in 1957. Influenced by his father and guided early in his career by Lou Hailey, Peter made significant contributions to Queensland's architectural landscape. His work included key projects such as the Commonwealth Bank Building at King George Square, the SGIO Building (now Suncorp Plaza), and the conservation of Parliament House. Following his father's death in 1975, Peter helped lead the firm alongside Bill Conrad and others, eventually becoming chairman and managing director. He served as national president of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects from 1996 to 1997 and was made a Life Fellow in recognition of his contributions to the profession. Peter retired in 1998 and died on 19 May 2014. He was married to Christine (Chris) Jennings from 1965.
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Dates of creation, revision and deletion
Revised, Kymberley Doyle, 07-Apr-2025.
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Digital Archive of Queensland Architecture (n.d.). Peter Gargett, accessed online 17-Mar-2025.
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Revised with history, source and access points, Kymberley Doyle, 07-Apr-2025.