About
The most famous of Sri Lankan architects and one of Asia's most revered architects; pioneered tropical modernism and constructed houses, hotels, schools, clubs, offices, and government buildings throughout his career.
Before Fame
He attended Royal College, Colombo, then St. Catharine's College, Cambridge, where he was an English and Law student. He then read law in London at Middle Temple before becoming a Barrister in 1944.
Trivia
He designed the Sri Lankan Parliament Building; his work could also be found in India, Indonesia, Mauritius, Japan, Pakistan, Fiji, Egypt, and Singapore.
Family Life
He was born to upscale lawyer B.W. Bawa and was descended from Muslim and English heritage. His older brother, Bevis Bawa, also became a prominent landscaper.
Associated With
He hailed from the same country as singer M.I.A.
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