Background
LUTYENS, Edwin was born on March 29, 1869 in London. Son of Charles Lutyens.
(Book by O'Neill, Daniel)
Book by O'Neill, Daniel
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LUTYENS, Edwin was born on March 29, 1869 in London. Son of Charles Lutyens.
Privately.
Etc.; architect and artist.
He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. Lutyens played an instrumental role in designing and building New Delhi, which would later on serve as the seat of the Government of India. In recognition of his contribution, New Delhi is also known as "Lutyens' Delhi". In collaboration with Sir Herbert Baker, he was also the main architect of several monuments in New Delhi such as the India Gate; he also designed Viceroy's House, which is now known as the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
(Book by O'Neill, Daniel)
Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries. Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects. Clubs: Athenaeum, Burlington Fine Arts.
Spouse 1897, Lady Emily Lytton,daughter of 1st Earl of Lytton.
