Renowned heritage practitioner Peter Lovell conferred Honorary Doctorate
The University of Melbourne has conferred an honorary doctorate on Peter Lovell, one of Australia’s most significant heritage and conservation practitioners.
A graduate of the University, Mr Lovell is currently the director of Melbourne-based firm Lovell Chen, one of Australia’s leading conservation practices, and has led the preservation of some of Australia’s most important 19th century buildings including Windsor Hotel, the ANZ Gothic Bank, and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building.
Within the University of Melbourne, he has been instrumental in the management, conservation, and restoration of the campus’ most important historic buildings, including the iconic Old Quad, the Gate Lodge, the 1888 Building, Ormond College, the Grainger Museum and the Beaurepaire Centre.
Mr Lovell’s commitment and contribution to the University also extends to supporting the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning and its students through teaching and learning, mentorship, support of various exhibitions and publications, and philanthropic support of research. He also supported the establishment and development of the Australian Centre for Architectural History, Urban and Cultural Heritage (ACAHUCH) within ABP and served on its board.
His contributions to the architecture profession in Victoria have seen him awarded as an Honorary Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects in 2007.
Professor Julie Willis, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning, congratulated Mr Lovell on his significant achievements.
“Peter’s contribution to the stewardship of Australia’s built heritage has been outstanding. He is a champion for the continuing role and legacy of historic buildings in Australian cities and without a doubt a leading expert in the field,” Professor Willis said.
Mr Lovell said that he was deeply appreciative of the awarding of an honorary degree, which recognises his contributions to the architectural profession in the field of heritage and conservation.
“In particular I am indebted to the University and Faculty in providing me with the education which lead me to a career which I remain challenged by, and have and continue to greatly enjoy,” Mr Lovell said.