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David Aberdeen

1913 – 1987

British architect

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Lived 1913 – 1987 (aged 73). David Aberdeen was a British architect.

David William du Roi Aberdeen (13 August 1913 – 15 January 1987) was an English architect.

In 1948, Aberdeen won an architectural competition to design the new TUC headquarters building in Great Russell Street, London. Staff began to move into the offices in 1956 and the building was officially opened in 1958. Today the building is Grade II* listed.

Congress House was officially opened on 27 March 1958 along with the unveiling of the sculpture by Jacob Epstein, intended as a memorial to the dead trade unionists of both world wars, in the courtyard. It was one of the earliest post-war buildings to be listed at Grade II*, in 1988. As of 2020, it still serves as the TUC's headquarters and is available on a private hire basis for events.

Aberdeen's other work includes the Aircraft Assembly Buildings at Filton, Bristol (jointly with Eric Ross), 1947-49, the Swiss Centre in Leicester Square, London, 1961-8,

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David du Rieu Aberdeen, David du R. Aberdeen, David William du Roi Aberdeen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Aberdeen?

British architect (1913-1987)

When was David Aberdeen born?

David Aberdeen was born on 13 August 1913 in Poplar.

When did David Aberdeen die?

David Aberdeen died on 15 January 1987 in Enfield.

What was David Aberdeen's occupation?

David Aberdeen was an architect.

What nationality was David Aberdeen?

David Aberdeen was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Aberdeen

· Wikidata: Q20737447

· DBpedia: David Aberdeen

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