Legend of brutalism Owen Luder dies at 93

By Jim Dunton2021-10-13T05:00:00

Source: RIBA Collections

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Architect Owen Luder, whose 1960s and 1970s brutalist buildings memorably starred in films and divided opinion, has died at the age of 93.

Luder also has the unique claim to fame of having served as president of the RIBA for two separate terms: from 1981-83 and 1995-97. He also served as chair of the Architects Registration Board.

Current RIBA president Simon Allford paid tribute to Luder, who set up his own firm – the Owen Luder Practice – while he was still in his 20s and ran it for more than 30 years.

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