William Gray Young: Architect Extraordinaire

Name: William Gray Young: Architect Extraordinaire
Start: 2025-11-06T02:15:00+13:00
End: 2025-11-06T03:30:00+13:00
Location: Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Schedule

Thu Nov 06 2025 at 02:15 am to 03:30 am

UTC+13:00

Location

Wellesley Boutique Hotel | Wellington, WG

William Gray Young, Wellington Architect from 1905 - 1962 left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of New Zealand. A traditionalist, innovator and architect with meticulous attention to detail.
An exploration into the key stages of his life, his notable works, with some memorable quotes.
One of Wellingtons finest architects of the past. The presentation will focus on his extraordinary portfolio of work he carried out during his career. Familiar to many for its outstanding contribution to the place we all love to live and work in.
Known for his outstanding commercial projects like the Wellington Railway Station of the 1930’s and his Neo-Georgian Architecture like his Kent Terrace House for Sir James Elliot 1913, the presentation will also show Gray Young was prolific for his early residential work in the English Vernacular Style which adorns much of Kelburn and Wadestown in Wellington. Then outline how he built a very successful practice with his brother Jack Young and Herbert Morton designing many outstanding buildings throughout his career.

Booking is REQUIRED
Cost: $25 (or $20 if booking for the 3 Wellesley talks)
Booking information here: https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/event/william-gray-young-architect-extraordinaire/

Health & Safety
The Wellesley hotel has recently been identified as a potential earthquake risk but remains fully operational while plans are developed for strengthening. Safety procedures will be explained at the talks.