British architect Colin Fournier, a founding member of the architecture studio Archigram who worked on the Kunsthaus Graz in Austria, has died aged 79.
Fournier passed away in Paris on 4 September. He co-founded the avante-garde architectural group Archigram with Peter Cook in the 1960s, known for its radical and experimental proposals including a miniature capsule home and a city-airship hybrid.
Fournier also worked with Cook on the Austrian art gallery Kunsthaus Graz, which opened in 2003.
Among Colin Fournier's notable projects is Kunsthaus Graz. Photo by Marion Schneider and Christoph Aistleitner via Wikimedia Commons
He was an emeritus professor at the University College London's Bartlett School of Architecture, where he was the director of the MArch in Urban Design. "He was celebrated for his commitment to challenging conventional architectural norms and pushing the boundaries of what buildings could be, notably with his acclaimed work, the Kunsthaus Graz," said The Bartlett.
"The award-winning art gallery is a striking example of his creative vision. Its biomorphic form and innovative facade became a landmark of contemporary architecture, embodying his belief that buildings should be playful, provocative and responsive to their surroundings."
"In addition to his architectural practice, Colin was a dedicated and well-loved educator," the school continued. "Colin inspired countless students and colleagues throughout his life, and his...