John Belcher (architect)
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John Belcher RIBA RA (10 July 1841 – 8 November 1913) was an English architect, and president of the Royal Institute of British Architects.
Not to be confused with John E. Belcher.
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John Belcher | |
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Born | (1841-07-10)10 July 1841 Southwark, London, England |
Died | (1913-11-08)8 November 1913 Camberwell, London, England |
Occupation | Architect |
Awards | Royal Gold Medal (1907) |
Buildings | Ashton Memorial |
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He designed Chartered Accountants Hall (1890), one of the first neo-baroque buildings in London, and many of his later commissions are prime examples of lavish Edwardian municipal architecture. He was also known as a singer, cello player and conductor.