Architect Sir Terry Farrell Dies Aged 87, Known for London MI6 Building

Sir Terry Farrell, a pioneering British architect known for his postmodernist style and urban planning, has died at the age of 87. He was renowned for iconic projects such as the MI6 headquarters in London, the TV-am studios in Camden, and the redevelopment of Charing Cross station, among others. Farrell initially collaborated with Nicholas Grimshaw in the 1960s and 70s, co-founding the Farrell/Grimshaw Partnership, which was key to the 'hi-tech' architectural movement, before establishing his own practice in 1980. His work was characterized by playful, exuberant designs that often referenced historical architectural styles, and he was widely regarded as a maverick and non-conformist in the field. Farrell's commitment to urbanism influenced government policy on built environment issues, and he was recognized with a knighthood and numerous awards for his contributions. His death follows shortly after that of his former partner Grimshaw, marking the loss of two giants of British architecture.