ARTFEED — Contemporary Art Intelligence

Terry Farrell, British postmodern architect, dies at 87

other · 2026-05-01

Renowned British architect Terry Farrell has passed away, his firm Farrels confirmed. Celebrated for his contributions to postmodern architecture, Farrell is noted for iconic structures like the MI6 headquarters in Vauxhall and the TV-am studio in Camden. His portfolio also includes significant projects such as Beijing South railway station and Incheon's Ground Transportation Centre. In Newcastle, he established the Farrell Centre, dedicated to arts and community initiatives. Reflecting on his legacy, Farrels characterized him as a "maverick and a non-conformist." His death comes shortly after that of his longtime associate, Nicholas Grimshaw, earlier this month.

Key facts

  • Terry Farrell has died.
  • Farrell was known for postmodern buildings in London, including MI6 headquarters and TV-am studio.
  • He designed Beijing South railway station and the Ground Transportation Centre at Incheon International Airport.
  • He set up the Farrell Centre gallery and community space in Newcastle.
  • Farrels called him a 'maverick and a non-conformist'.
  • He was described as the UK's leading architect planner influencing government policy on built environment.
  • His long-term collaborator Nicholas Grimshaw died earlier this month.
  • Farrell was born in 1938 and died in 2025.

Entities

Artists

  • Terry Farrell
  • Nicholas Grimshaw

Institutions

  • Farrels
  • Farrell Centre

Locations

  • London
  • Vauxhall
  • Camden
  • Beijing
  • Seoul
  • Newcastle
  • United Kingdom
  • China
  • South Korea

Sources