Prominent architect Tucker Bishop passes away

PHUKET: One of the island’s most prolific architects, Tucker Bishop, passed away last night at the age of 57 at Bangkok Hospital Phuket.

Although he had been suffering from long-term kidney complications, Mr Bishop continued to work on many high-profile jobs up until his death.

Bill Barnett of C9 Hotelworks, who had worked with Mr Bishop on several projects, said, “With a style that captured both tropical modern design and sensitivity to culture, significant projects he worked on included Phuket Pavilions, Movenpick Residence, Jumeirah Private Island, East Coast Ocean Villas, Suan Tua and a number of exclusive private villas both on the island and abroad.

“Mr Bishop has left a lasting footprint of excellence on the island and projects that have created a benchmark of style and creativity.”

A resident of Phuket for 13 years, Mr Bishop is survived by his wife K. Thanatorn (K. Oy).

People may pay their respects to Mr Bishop at Wat Chalong, Sala No 3, from today through next Tuesday, from 4 pm to 8 pm.

Cremation will be next Wednesday.