Joshua Charlesworth

Joshua Charlesworth (1860–1925) was a New Zealand architect who specialised in neo-classical architecture. Charlesworth trained as an architect in Yorkshire before immigrating to New Zealand at 19 years of age. Despite being recognised for his talent and winning several design competitions he initially struggled to gain employment due to his young age and lack of experience. Charlesworth's most notable works are the Wellington Town Hall and the several Bank of New Zealand buildings he designed. Many of Charlesworth's surviving works are registered with Heritage New Zealand.

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