Michael Squire (architect)

Michael James Squire (3 May 1946 – 4 May 2023) was a British architect.^[1][2]

Biography

Early life and education

Michael Squire was born on 3 May 1946 to architect, Raglan Squire, who was known for his work on Eaton Square in Belgravia.^[3] He was also the grandson of J. C. Squire, a poet and founder of the 1922 Architecture Club.^[3]

Squire attended Blundell's School in Devon and studied architecture at St John's College, Cambridge under Sir Leslie Martin and Sir Colin St John Wilson.^[3][4]

Squire is survived by his second wife, Rosy, three children from their union, and two sons from his first marriage to Pansy.^[3]

Career

Squire worked at his father's firm, contributing to various projects, including the Malta Hilton.^[3]

In 1976, Squire established his own architectural firm, Squire and Partners.^[3][5] The firm gained traction in the 1980s by designing notable structures in West London, including an abode for Dubai's ruler.^[3] Later, it faced challenges during the 1989 property downturn but later focused on designing apartments in central London locations such as Brook House and The Knightsbridge.^[3] In his later years, Squire converted a former Brixton department store into an office space for his firm.^[3]