Leslie Martin
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For other people named Leslie Martin, see Leslie Martin (disambiguation).
Sir John Leslie Martin (17 August 1908, in Manchester[1] – 28 July 2000)[2] was an English architect, and a leading advocate of the International Style.[3] Martin's most famous building is the Royal Festival Hall. His work was especially influenced by Alvar Aalto.
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Sir Leslie Martin | |
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Born | John Leslie Martin (1908-08-17)17 August 1908 Manchester |
Died | 28 July 2000(2000-07-28) (aged 91) |
Alma mater | Manchester University |
Occupation | Architect |
Spouse | Sadie Speight |
Buildings | Royal Festival Hall, Harvey Court, William Stone Building, Tinbergen Building, Brackenfell, Kettle's Yard extension |
Projects | Loughborough Estate |
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