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3 unusual facts about Basil Spence


Hutchesontown

Area C – was the responsibility of Basil Spence, and became the most infamous of the five schemes.

Mortonhall

It is perhaps best known for its crematorium, designed by Sir Basil Spence, which is considered to be an outstanding example of Scottish modern architecture.

Stanmer Park

A walk of elm trees was preserved within the campus design, by architect Sir Basil Spence.


Hyde Park Barracks, London

These buildings were replaced with new ones by Thomas Henry Wyatt in the 1880s, which in turn were demolished to make way for modern buildings designed by Sir Basil Spence, and completed in 1970.


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