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Trevor is a renowned figure in the industry, he has lectured extensively and is a Board Trustee at the Architectural Association. Founding SPPARC in 2007, the practice is known for its signature buildings, the studio enjoys working across varying scales to create buildings, masterplans, interiors and product design.
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