Fitzgibbon Louch, Architect

Date2004Shelf Number920 LOUCBarcode33001001315281DescriptionFitz Gibbon Louch was an Irish architect and civil engineer who began his career in Londonderry in the mid-19th century. He won awards for his designs, most notably Lough Eske Castle in Donegal, and was also involved in business ventures, including insurance and land development. In 1875, he moved to Katikati, New Zealand, as part of a Special Settlement organized by George Vesey Stewart. Once in New Zealand, Louch continued his architectural practice, designed homes in colonial style, and was involved in local governance. Despite facing the turmoil inherent to colonialism and land confiscations, as well as other legal disputes with Stewart, Louch adapted to his new life. He diversified his professional interests to include land sales and auctioneering and even attempted to establish a new Special Settlement. Louch passed away in 1911 in Auckland, but his impact, particularly in the field of architecture and community development, spanned two continents.CreatorArabin, ShirleyFormatBookPhysical Description11 pages ; 30 cm.

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Fitzgibbon Louch, Architect