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VAUXHALL CROSS, ALBERT EMBANKMENT, VAUXHALL, LAMBETH, GREATER LONDON. Looking south-west during the construction of Vauxhall Cross, showing a team of men working on steel reinforcements.
Vauxhall Cross, also known as the SIS or MI6 Building, was designed by the architect Terry Farrell and was built by Laing Management Contracting for Regalian Properties. It was sold to the government, becoming the headquarter offices for the British Secret Intelligence Service or MI6. Laing won the contract for the building in 1989, with ground works starting in 1990 and completion of the structure taking place in 1992
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1990s Building Site Construction Office People Sunshine Work
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This print captures the bustling construction site of Vauxhall Cross, located in Albert Embankment, Lambeth, Greater London. As we gaze upon this image, our eyes are drawn to a team of dedicated men diligently working on steel reinforcements. Bathed in warm sunshine, their hard hats and reflective vests stand out against the backdrop of towering cranes and the skeletal structure taking shape. Vauxhall Cross, also known as the SIS or MI6 Building, holds a significant place in British history. Designed by renowned architect Terry Farrell and built by Laing Management Contracting for Regalian Properties, it became the esteemed headquarters for the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) after being sold to the government. The construction journey began with ground works in 1990 and culminated in its completion two years later. This print from Historic England Archive not only showcases an important architectural landmark but also immortalizes the dedication and craftsmanship involved in its creation. It serves as a reminder of how human ingenuity can transform mere blueprints into monumental structures that shape cities. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time from the 1990s, let us appreciate both the beauty of progress captured within these frames and those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to bring Vauxhall Cross to life.
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