Lord Sainsbury's letter, discovered during the demolition of columns, expresses his strong objection to the false pillars and delight at their removal, marking a posthumous vindication.
Sainsbury's widow, Anya, remarked that rediscovering the letter was a moment of joy, emphasizing his relief and delight regarding the gallery's new redevelopment plans.
The letter dated 1990 criticized the architectural decision and indicated that Sainsbury believed the false columns were a mistake, further legitimizing current redevelopment efforts.
At the project's opening in 1991, critics were not kind to Venturi and Scott Brown’s design, hinting at ongoing debates about architecture's aesthetics and purpose.
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