John Soane

Tags: Architect.

Sir John Soane RA (/soʊn/; 10 September 1753 – 20 January 1837) was an English architect who specialised in the Neo-Classical style. The son of a bricklayer he rose to the top of his profession becoming professor of architecture at the Royal Academy and an official architect to the Office of Works. He received a knighthood in 1831.His architectural works are distinguished by their clean lines massing of simple form decisive detailing careful proportions and skilful use of light sources.

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birth date

1753-09-10

birth place

Goring-on-Thames

death date

1837-01-20

significant building

Bank of England, Sir John Soane's Museum, Dulwich Picture Gallery, Pitzhanger Manor