Mubasshar Hussein (; 27 December 1943 – 2 January 2023) was a Bangladeshi architect, urban planner and educator. He served as President of Institute of Architects Bangladesh.

Early life and education

Mubasshar Hussein was born in Wari, Bangladesh on 27 December 1943. He graduated in architecture from

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in 1972.

Career

Mubasshar Hussein was the principal architect of Assoconsult Ltd. He was the President of Commonwealth Association of Architects. He also served as the president of Architects Regional Council, Asia ARCASIA.

Personal life and death

Hussein died on 2 January 2023, at the age of 79.

Notable works

* Proshika Bhaban *

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Building

Awards

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President Medal, 2009 * IAB Gold Medal, 2018

References

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