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Professor Andrew Leach is a leading academic in architectural history and theory at the University of Sydney's School of Architecture, Design and Planning. He holds the rank of Professor, specializing in the intersection of architectural history, theory, and criticism. His research explores modern and historical architectural movements, with a focus on the Baroque's influence on modernism, colonial architectures, and urbanization processes.
His work includes seminal books such as The Baroque in Architectural Culture (1880–1980) and Gold Coast: City and Architecture, alongside numerous journal articles and edited volumes. Key grants include the Australian Research Council-funded 'Mapping the Frontiers of Private Property in Australia' (2024) and 'Locating Giurgola: From Philadelphia School to Global Practice' (2022). These projects reflect his commitment to interdisciplinary research linking law, geography, and architectural history.
Leach's research interests span historiography, modernist theory, colonial material geographies, and urban development. He actively participates in academic initiatives like the Penelope Visiting Professorship in Architectural History, fostering international scholarly exchange. His contributions bridge historical analysis with contemporary urban challenges, emphasizing the role of architecture in shaping cultural and spatial narratives.
- Grants:
- Mapping the Frontiers of Private Property in Australia (2024)
- Locating Giurgola: From Philadelphia School to Global Practice (2022)
- Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on urban studies and historical research projects.
