Farrell was a key member of the hi-tech movement of the 1980s and 90s, with buildings including the TV-am studios and Embankment Place in London, and the Deep in Hull Sir Terry Farrell, the “nonconformist” architect and planner, whose bold designs defined the “hi-tech” era and included the MI6 headquarters in London, has died aged 87. The architect’s studio in London confirmed the death in an Instagram post, writing: “It is with deep sadness that, on behalf of his family, the partners and practice of Farrells acknowledge the death of our founder, Sir Terry Farrell.” Continue reading...

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