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International design practice Hassell has appointed architect Julian Gitsham as a principal at its London office. He joins from Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios where he was managing partner and board member.

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Gitsham (above) has more than 25 years' experience as an architect and urban designer with a variety of leading British practices. He has been involved in the design and delivery of UK and international projects including the Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design in London, Broadcasting Place at Leeds Metropolitan University and National Library of Israel. Hassell's MD, Rob Backhouse, said: 'Julian has a great body of work that demonstrates design leadership and diverse design thinking.' hassellstudio.com